chimney corner
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noun
the corner or side of a fireplace.
a place near the fire.
fireside; hearth.
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Nearby words
- chimichurri,
- chimkent,
- chimney,
- chimney breast,
- chimney cap,
- chimney piece,
- chimney place,
- chimney pot,
- chimney rock,
- chimney stack
Origin of chimney corner
First recorded in 1570–80
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Examples from the Web for chimney corner
chimney corner
noun
a recess that contains a seat in a large open fireplace; inglenook
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