chimney rock
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of chimney rock
An Americanism dating back to 1840–50
Example Sentences
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There, a half-mile trail opens to a stunning panorama, with a chimney rock standing sentinel over a lush green V of a canyon.
From Washington Post • Sep. 23, 2021
Stairs or an elevator lead to the top of the chimney rock and offer a bird's-eye view of 720-acre Lake Lure.
From Southern Living • Oct. 22, 2012
In a moment a column of smoke arose from behind the chimney rock.
From The Boy Scout Camera Club, or, the Confession of a Photograph by Ralphson, G. Harvey (George Harvey)
A quarter of a mile away from the chimney rock Ned paused and looked back.
From The Boy Scout Camera Club, or, the Confession of a Photograph by Ralphson, G. Harvey (George Harvey)
"Keep watch of the chimney rock," Ned advised.
From The Boy Scout Camera Club, or, the Confession of a Photograph by Ralphson, G. Harvey (George Harvey)
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