firepit
noun
fire·pit
ˈfī(-ə)r-ˌpit 
variants
or fire pit
plural firepits or fire pits
: a pit dug into the ground or encased in a surrounding structure (as of masonry or steel) in which a fire is kept burning for cooking, warmth, etc.
One description of a Mohawk town noted 36 longhouses, some 80 to 100 feet long … They were constructed of bark over a pole framework, each containing four or five firepits.—
Barbara A. Leitch
Barbara A. LeitchFor privacy and solar gain, most of the buildings' doors and windows face south, away from neighboring houses, or toward the center courtyard. … A cobblestone firepit invites cooking outdoors on cool evenings.—Nancy Davidson
Nancy Davidson… the living room is inviting and alive. It spills out onto a large patio with a barbecue grill, fire pit, pool and hot tub …—Wine Enthusiast Magazine
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Seamless transitions from your living room to the lawn; chef-grade kitchens wrapped in natural flagstone, firepits that bring families together and architectural harmony that makes your home feel twice as large.
—Rosehill Gardens, Kansas City Star, 13 Feb. 2026
Pools, trails, nine-hole putting, a pond (essential for childhood shenanigans), and nightly s’mores by the firepit.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Feb. 2026
In addition to afternoon refreshments, Dave and Tonia keep guests well taken care of with s’mores kits to enjoy by the outdoor firepit, homemade ice cream sandwiches during warm months, and complimentary coffee, tea, soda, trail mix, and candy always available in common areas.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 8 Feb. 2026
With backyard barbecues, morning coffees on the sundeck, and firepit hangouts on the horizon, now’s a smart time to grab patio essentials at a discount—especially while thousands of furniture and decor pieces are up to 76% off at Wayfair.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Feb. 2026
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Rosehill Gardens, Kansas City Star, 13 Feb. 2026
Pools, trails, nine-hole putting, a pond (essential for childhood shenanigans), and nightly s’mores by the firepit.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Feb. 2026
In addition to afternoon refreshments, Dave and Tonia keep guests well taken care of with s’mores kits to enjoy by the outdoor firepit, homemade ice cream sandwiches during warm months, and complimentary coffee, tea, soda, trail mix, and candy always available in common areas.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 8 Feb. 2026
With backyard barbecues, morning coffees on the sundeck, and firepit hangouts on the horizon, now’s a smart time to grab patio essentials at a discount—especially while thousands of furniture and decor pieces are up to 76% off at Wayfair.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Feb. 2026
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“Firepit.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/firepit. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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