fireplace

[fahyuhr-pleys]

noun

1. the part of a chimney that opens into a room and in which fuel is burned; hearth.

2. any open structure, usually of masonry, for keeping a fire, as at a campsite.

fireplace

/ ˈfaɪəˌpleɪs /

noun

1. an open recess in a wall of a room, at the base of a chimney, etc, for a fire; hearth

2. an authorized place or installation for outside cooking, esp by a roadside

Word History and Origins

Origin of fireplace¹

First recorded in 1645–55; fire + place

Example Sentences

But the fireplace is new, rebuilt to resemble old photos.

From Los Angeles Times

She’s standing in front of a marble fireplace decked with ivy.

From Los Angeles Times

With her Art Deco fireplace as a backdrop and an iPhone perched on a tripod, she stunned the internet with her outlandish silhouettes, statuesque poses and high-fashion innovation.

From Los Angeles Times

The ship’s main salon showcases a piano and marble fireplace.

From Los Angeles Times

Hang your wet coat over the fireplace to dry it out while you enjoy your meal.

From Salon

Related Words

• chimney 
• furnace 
• stove