firedog

A noun referring to a pair of metal supports for holding logs in a fireplace, typically used to keep the wood raised for better airflow.

• 🇩🇪Metallgestell oder Paar von Metallböcken im Kamin, auf dem Brennholz zum besseren Luftzug gehalten wird.

1. Fireplace support C1 formal

   A metal stand or support used to hold logs in a fireplace, allowing air to circulate for better burning.

   • The blacksmith crafted a pair of ornate firedogs for the hearth.
   • She placed the logs on the firedogs before lighting the fire.
   • The antique firedogs were made of wrought iron.

   🇩🇪Kaminbock

   Synonyme: andirondog

• firedogs plural form
• firedogs' possessive plural form
• firedog's possessive singular form