A flint or other stone capable of producing sparks when struck, used historically to start fires. Also a brand name for tires and automotive products.
Compound of 'fire' (Old English 'fyr') + 'stone' (Old English 'stan'). The literal meaning refers to flint's property of creating sparks, while the company name evokes durability and reliability.
Before matches and lighters, a good firestone was literally a matter of life and death - the ability to create fire on demand meant warmth, cooked food, and protection, making these humble rocks some of humanity's most precious tools!
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