Barkstove, pronounced /ˈbɑːrkstoʊv/, is a compound word that consists of "bark" and "stove". The first syllable "bark" is pronounced with a long "a" sound and the second syllable "stove" is pronounced with a short "o" sound. This word refers to a stove made of bark, typically used for heating or cooking in frontier cabins. The spelling of Barkstove has remained the same over time, despite the evolution of the English language.