English Word · Advanced
stokehole
An opening through which fuel is put into a furnace or its fire is tended
Pronunciation: /ˈstəʊkˌhəʊl/
Meaning
An opening through which fuel is put into a furnace or its fire is tended.
Example
The worker fed coal through the furnace's stokehole.
The worker fed coal through the furnace's stokehole.
Practice tips
- Practice stokehole out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for advanced-level learners.