Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cinders

noun

/ˈsɪndərz/

Definition

Cinders are the small, glowing, or ash-like remains of something that has been burned, especially when referring to wood or coal.

Examples

After the campfire died down, all that remained were a few glowing cinders.
The fireplace was filled with cinders that needed cleaning out before the next use.
She carefully stepped over the cinders, cautious not to burn her feet.

Meaning

Cinders refer to the residue left after a material, usually organic like wood, has been burned. They are often found in fireplaces or remnants of campfires and can also refer to the small fragments of coal that have been burned and are still hot.