Burning structure

PYRE

Think of a ceremonial stack of wood often used in ancient rituals or funerals to honor the departed. It’s not a building but something intentionally set ablaze.

"Burning structure" points to "PYRE," which is a heap of wood or other combustible material built for burning a body as part of a funeral ritual. The clue plays on the literal meaning of a structure (the pyre itself) that’s actively burning. It’s a straightforward definition without wordplay, relying on the image of a controlled, ceremonial fire. You might recognize it from historical or cultural references, like Viking funerals or ancient Greek traditions.