Woodshed: meaning, definitions and examples
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woodshed
[ ˈwʊdˌʃɛd ]
building shelter
A woodshed is a structure specifically designed for storing firewood. It is usually built close to a home for convenient access, especially during colder months.
Synonyms
firewood storage, log house, wood barn
Examples of usage
- He went to the woodshed to fetch some firewood for the fireplace.
- They built a new woodshed in their backyard to keep the wood dry.
- The woodshed was filled to the brim with logs ready for winter.
Translations
Translations of the word "woodshed" in other languages:
🇵🇹 abrigo de lenha
🇮🇳 लकड़ी का गोदाम
🇩🇪 Holzschuppen
🇮🇩 gudang kayu
🇺🇦 сарай для дров
🇵🇱 szopa na drewno
🇯🇵 木材小屋
🇫🇷 cabane à bois
🇪🇸 cobertizo de madera
🇹🇷 odunluk
🇰🇷 목재 창고
🇸🇦 مستودع خشب
🇨🇿 dřevník
🇸🇰 dreváreň
🇨🇳 木材棚
🇸🇮 leseni skladišče
🇮🇸 viðarskemmtun
🇰🇿 ағаш қоймасы
🇬🇪 მარცვლეულის საწყობი
🇦🇿 odun anbarı
🇲🇽 cobertizo de madera
Etymology
The term 'woodshed' dates back to the late 18th century, originating from the function it serves: a shed for storing wood. The word 'wood' has Old English roots, derived from 'wudu', while 'shed' comes from the Old English 'scead', meaning to divide or split, indicating a space for storage. Historically, woodsheds were essential as wood was the primary source of fuel for heating and cooking in homes before the advent of modern heating systems. As such, they were commonly found in rural areas and were built from various materials depending on availability, including timber, stone, or metal. Over time, the use of woodsheds has evolved, but they remain a common sight in many homes, especially in colder climates where wood-burning stoves or fireplaces are still used.