How to Pronounce Firedog

To pronounce "firedog", say FIR-ed-og — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

FIR-ed-og

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💡 Tip for remembering “firedog”

"firedog" has 3 syllables: fir-ed-og.

What does firedog mean?

noun

  1. A Bronze Age artifact used in worshipping either bulls or the moon, or as a holder for wooden logs to be used in a fire altar.
  2. (chiefly US) Either of a pair of horizontal metal supports for holding logs in a fireplace

Synonyms

andiron

Related words

andirondogbandoggundogdogheadwingdogdoglore

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "firedog"?▾

"Firedog" has 3 syllables: fir · ed · og.

What does "firedog" mean?▾

Firedog: A Bronze Age artifact used in worshipping either bulls or the moon, or as a holder for wooden logs to be used in a fire altar.

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