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firebox Synonyms

Another word for firebox

Choosing another word for firebox depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

The enclosed interior section of a fireplace or wood stove where the fire is physically contained.

Usage Example

"We need to clean the accumulated ash out of the hearth before starting a new fire this evening."

Strong
hearth
Weak
grate

• noun (Context 2)

The chamber or compartment in a steam locomotive, boiler, or furnace where fuel is burned to produce heat.

Usage Example

"The engineer shoveled coal into the glowing furnace to build up enough steam for the steep climb over the mountains."

Strong
furnace
combustor

• noun (Context 3)

A small, brightly colored wall-mounted box containing a mechanical alarm switch that can be pulled to summon the fire department in an emergency.

Usage Example

"During the fire drill, the teacher explained that the alarm in the hallway should only be pulled in a real emergency."

Weak
alarm

• Nearby Words

firebomb
firebomber
firebombing
firebox
firebrand
firebreak
firebug

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Firebox. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/firebox
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