Flue

Pronunciation: /flu/

Definitions of flue

noun a channel for conveying heat or smoke from a fireplace, furnace, or stove

Example Sentences

A1 The smoke from the fireplace goes up the flue.

A2 Make sure to clean the flue regularly to prevent chimney fires.

B1 The flue of the furnace was blocked, causing the room to fill with smoke.

B2 The technician inspected the flue and found it to be in good condition.

C1 The flue of the industrial chimney needed to be replaced due to wear and tear.

C2 The intricate design of the flue system in the building ensured efficient ventilation.

Examples of flue in a Sentence

formal The flue in the chimney needs to be cleaned regularly to prevent blockages.

informal Make sure to open the flue before starting a fire in the fireplace.

slang I accidentally dropped my phone down the flue, what a disaster!

figurative Her creativity seemed to flow out of her like smoke from a flue.

Grammatical Forms of flue

• plural: flues
• comparative: more flue
• superlative: most flue
• present tense: flues
• future tense: will flue
• perfect tense: have flued
• continuous tense: is/are fluing
• singular: flue
• positive degree: flue
• infinitive: to flue
• gerund: fluing
• participle: flued

Origin and Evolution of flue

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'flue' originated from Middle English 'flue', derived from Old French 'flue' meaning 'flow' or 'current'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe a current of air or water, the word 'flue' evolved to refer to a passage for smoke or hot air, especially in a chimney or furnace.