Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cinder
Noun
/ˈsɪn.dɚ/
Definition
A small, partly burned piece of coal or wood.
Examples
- The campfire had cooled down, leaving only a few glowing cinders.
- As he dug through the ashes, he found a couple of cinders that were still warm.
- The chimney sweep removed the cinders from the fireplace to prevent a fire hazard.
Meaning
Cinders are the remnants of material that have been burned, typically found in the form of small, ash-like particles that are no longer capable of burning. They are often associated with fire and can be found in fireplaces, on the ground after a bonfire, or in the aftermath of a campfire.
Synonyms
- ash
- ember
- scoria
