The powdery residue left after the burning of a substance, typically organic material such as wood or coal. noun
After the campfire burned out, only ash remained in the pit.
The fireplace was filled with ash after a night of burning logs.
The remains of a human body after cremation. noun
The family scattered her ashes at her favorite beach.
He kept the ashes of his beloved pet in a small urn.
A type of tree belonging to the genus Fraxinus, known for its strong, elastic wood. noun
The ash tree in the backyard provides ample shade during the summer.
Ash wood is commonly used to make baseball bats due to its strength.
To convert into ash; to burn something until it becomes ash. verb
The old papers were ashed in the fireplace.
He ashed the cigarette before tossing it into the tray.