fireplace

American  

[fahyuhr-pleys] / ˈfaɪərˌpleɪs /

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.

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fireplace British  

/ 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

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Etymology

Origin of fireplace

First recorded in 1645–55; fire + place

Example Sentences

Hearing Nat King Cole croon about chestnuts roasting on an open fire dozens of times is one of the many reminders that fireplaces are luxuries most of us don’t have.

From Salon

I can relax by the fireplace, newly appreciating the relative safety of home.

From The Wall Street Journal

There’s original polished wood paneling on the ceiling and a stone fireplace.

From The Wall Street Journal

Jenner then showcased her chef’s kitchen, which features a marble backsplash, expansive island, state-of-the-art appliances, and a cozy fireplace, which she revealed was her mom’s idea.

From MarketWatch

Adding a cozy touch to that space is an elegant fireplace, while space for a media center was also added.

From MarketWatch

Related Words

• chimney
• furnace
• stove