Andirons Meaning in English
word · lemma: andiron
ˈænˌdaɪɝn
AN-dyurn
ˈændaɪənz
AN-dy-uhnz
Definition
Andirons are metal supports placed inside a fireplace to hold up firewood, allowing air to flow under the logs so they burn better.
Usage & Nuances
'Andirons' are mostly used in traditional fireplaces and are less common today. They usually come in pairs, often decorative. Sometimes called 'firedogs.' Not the same as fireplace grates.
Spanish: morillos - soportes para leña (chimenea)Portuguese (BR): morillos - suportes para lenha (lareira)Portuguese (PT): morilhos - suportes para lenha (lareira)Chinese (Simplified): 柴架 - 火钩（壁炉用）Chinese (Traditional): 柴架 - 火鉤（壁爐用）Hindi: लौहदंड (अंगीठी/चिमनी में लकड़ी रखने के लिए)Arabic: قفازات (للموقد) - حاملات الحطبBengali: অ্যানডিরন - ফায়ারডগRussian: каминные подставки - каминные собакиJapanese: アンドアイアン - ファイアドッグVietnamese: giá đỡ củi lò sưởi - andironKorean: 난로 받침대 - 파이어독Turkish: şamandıra - andiron - şömine çatalıUrdu: آتش دان کے پائے - فائیر ڈاگIndonesian: penyangga kayu perapian - andiron
Example Sentences
The andirons hold up the logs in the fireplace.
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We put new andirons in the living room fireplace.
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Please clean the andirons before making a fire.
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The antique andirons in their fireplace are shaped like lions.
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If your logs keep rolling out, you might need better andirons.
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We found a beautiful pair of brass andirons at the flea market.
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