Ash — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb /ˈash/

Meaning & Definition of Ash

Ash (noun)

  1. any of a genus (Fraxinus) of trees of the olive family with pinnate leaves, thin furrowed bark, and gray branchlets
  2. the tough elastic wood of an ash
  3. the ligature æ used in Old English and some phonetic alphabets to represent a low front vowel \a\
  4. something that symbolizes grief, repentance, or humiliation
  5. the solid residue left when combustible material is thoroughly burned or is oxidized by chemical means
  6. fine particles of mineral matter from a volcanic vent

Ash (verb)

  1. to convert into ash
  2. to remove ash residue from (something, such as a cigarette) usually by flicking or tapping
  3. to apply ash to, to coat with ashes

Ash (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in cremate, incinerate

    similar: cremate, incinerate, kiln, burn, enkindle, fire, ignite, inflame, kindle, light, torch, immolate, deflagrate, char, frizzle, scorch, bake, broil, cook, set off, scald, scathe, sear, reignite, rekindle, relight
    opposite: stamp (out), douse, extinguish, put out, quench, snuff (out)

Related Entry: Ash-blond (adjective)

Ash-blond is a different word from Ash. The synonyms below are for ash-blond, not for ash.

  1. as in strawberry blonde, towheaded

    similar: blondish, strawberry blonde, towheaded, ocherous, gold, light, white, blond, fair, flaxen, golden, sandy, straw, tawny
    opposite: black-a-vised, brown, brunet, dark, olive, swart, swarthy, black, ebony, raven

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Ash

The most common words with a similar meaning to Ash:

cremate, incinerate, kiln, burn, enkindle, fire, ignite, inflame, kindle, light, torch, immolate, deflagrate, char, frizzle, scorch, bake, broil, cook, set off, scald, scathe, sear, reignite, rekindle, relight

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Ash

Words with the opposite meaning of Ash:

stamp (out), douse, extinguish, put out, quench, snuff (out)

Word Forms of Ash

Inflections: ashed, ashing, ashes

Derived words: ashless (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Ash

Middle English asshe, from Old English æsc; akin to Old High German ask ash, Latin ornus mountain ash

First known use: before 12th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Ash

Words & Phrases Containing Ash

ash-blond, ash can, Ash Wednesday, American mountain ash, bone ash, emerald ash borer

Frequently Asked Questions about Ash

What does "Ash" mean?

"Ash" means any of a genus (Fraxinus) of trees of the olive family with pinnate leaves, thin furrowed bark, and gray branchlets. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: any of a genus (Fraxinus) of trees of the olive family with pinnate leaves, thin furrowed bark, and gray branchlets.

What is another word for "Ash"?

Other words for "Ash" include cremate, incinerate, kiln, burn, enkindle, fire, ignite and inflame. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Ash" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Ash"?

There are 26 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Ash". Common alternatives include cremate, incinerate, kiln, burn, enkindle, fire, ignite, inflame, kindle and light.

What is the opposite of "Ash"?

Antonyms of "Ash" include stamp (out), douse, extinguish, put out, quench and snuff (out).

Is "Ash" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Ash" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.

Is "Ash" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a C1-level word, "Ash" is typical of Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE), IELTS band 7.0–8.0, TOEFL iBT 95–113, PTE Academic 76–84, TOEIC Listening & Reading 945+. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.

How do you pronounce "Ash"?

"Ash" is pronounced /ˈash/.

What is the origin of the word "Ash"?

"Ash" comes from Middle English asshe, from Old English æsc; akin to Old High German ask ash, Latin ornus mountain ash. First known use: before 12th century.