contrefeu

common noun

Syllable Decomposition

contrefeu

Etymology

modern orthographic variant of contre-feu see contre- and feu.

Definitions

1. Cast iron plate that lines the bottom of a fireplace hearth.

2. Fire that is lit to contain a fire.

Synonyms

contrecœurtaque

Plural

contrefeux

Hyperonyms

coupe-feupare-feu

Translations

dutch:haardplaat

See also

contre-feu (cn.)