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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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Origin of chimney corner
First recorded in 1570–80
Words nearby chimney corner
chimichurri, Chimkent, chimney, chimney breast, chimney cap, chimney corner, chimney piece, chimney place, chimney pot, chimney-pot hat, chimney rock
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British Dictionary definitions for chimney corner
chimney corner
noun
a recess that contains a seat in a large open fireplace; inglenook
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