Braziers

/ˈbreɪʒərz/ noun

Definition

Plural of brazier; multiple metal containers that hold fire or coals, or multiple people who work with brass.

Etymology

Standard English plural of 'brazier' (from Old French 'brasier'), formed by adding '-s.' The word has two distinct meanings that are both pluralized the same way.

Kelly Says

The 'braziers' in English history books are surprisingly important—they heated homes before chimneys were common, and paintings of old London street scenes almost always include vendors with braziers warming themselves and selling hot food.

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