Definition

A type of stove that uses wood as fuel to produce heat for cooking or warming a space.

Example

We gathered around the woodstove to stay warm during the cold winter nights.

Conversation

Have you seen my new woodstove?

No, I haven’t! How does it work?

It burns wood really efficiently and keeps the whole room warm.

That sounds perfect for winter evenings!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Woodstove → It is formed from "wood" (from Old English "wudu", meaning tree or forest) and "stove" (from Middle Dutch "stoof", meaning a heated room or place). The word "woodstove" refers to a stove that uses wood as fuel for heating.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'tree or forest' ('wood') being used in a 'heated place' ('stove') — that's why a woodstove is a heating device that uses wood.

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