1. Plural of firepot; small containers or vessels used to hold burning coals, fire, or combustible material, historically used for warmth or light.
Usage: Often historical or archaic; may refer to small braziers, warming pots, or similar devices.; Can also refer to decorative or functional containers designed to hold fire or flames.
2. In nautical or military contexts, containers filled with combustible material used as signaling devices or weapons.
Usage: nautical; historical; military

Examples

• The soldiers carried firepots to light their way through the dark forest.
• Medieval castles used firepots as emergency signaling devices.
• The firepots were filled with hot coals to warm the tent during winter.
• Sailors on the ship maintained firepots for navigation and communication.
• The firepots glowed softly in the courtyard, providing both light and warmth.