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Meaning of BRASIER

Pronunciation:  'breyzhur

WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: [n]  large metal container in which coal or charcoal is burned; warms people who must stay outside for long times
 
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 Synonyms: brazier
 
 See Also: heater, hibachi, warmer

 

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
  1. \Bra"sier\, Brazier \Bra"zier\, n. [OE. brasiere, F.
    braise live coals. See {Brass}.]
    An artificer who works in brass. --Franklin.
    
  2. \Bra"sier\, Brazier \Bra"zier\, n. [F. brasier,
    brais['i]er, fr. braise live coals. See {Brass}.]
    A pan for holding burning coals.
    
 

 

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