Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

ash-hole

Word Rarity Uncommon

Frequency: Zipf frequency 4.04 in modern English

Syllables
ash--hole
IPA
13
Scrabble Score
7
Letters
3
Syllables
6
Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

A hole or other space into which ashes and other waste are disposed.

Archaic

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Etymology

From ash + hole. First attested in the 17th century.

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What does ash-hole mean?
A hole beneath a fireplace or a receptacle in a furnace to receive falling ash.
Where does ash-hole come from?
First known use: First attested in the 17th century.

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