What is another word for briquet?

Pronunciation: [bɹˈɪke͡ɪ] (IPA)

Briquet is a term that usually refers to a small block of compressed coal dust, sawdust or other flammable materials used as fuel. However, there are many synonyms for the word, including briquette, brick, puck, block, pellet, nugget, cake, and even firelog. Each of these words can be used interchangeably depending on the context. For instance, firelog and brick are more commonly used to refer to larger blocks of fuel used in fireplaces, while briquette and puck are used to describe smaller compressed pieces of fuel used in grills and barbecues. Regardless of the word used, the meaning remains the same - a small block of fuel that is easy to light and burn.

What are the hypernyms for Briquet?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Briquet?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for briquet (as nouns)

Usage examples for Briquet

The steel or briquet is to be seen also in the hinges and in the metal coverings for the reins.
"Authorised Guide to the Tower of London"
W. J. Loftie
Six hundred more, who had reached Croix briquet, surrendered there to the Bavarian infantry on the arrival of the latter.
"The Franco-German War of 1870-71"
Count Helmuth, von Moltke
A few shells caused the enemy to evacuate Artenay, pursued by the cavalry as far as Croix briquet.
"The Franco-German War of 1870-71"
Count Helmuth, von Moltke

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