fire block
/ˈfʌɪə ˌblɒk/noun
1A block of fire-resistant material, typically for use in or around a fire. Now rare.
2A piece of wood on which a spindle or drill is used to start a fire by friction.
Origin
Mid 17th century. From fire + block.
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