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

Sliding doors lead to decks, an outdoor fireplace and sitting areas.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

At Jabara’s resort, a villa rents for $10,000 a night and the lobby bar—with a fireplace backdrop—serves an $85 glass of wine.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

The work will see a staircase tower rebuilt, a large fireplace in the kitchen strengthened, and repairs carried out in the walled garden.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

Meanwhile, the interior of the home features a chef’s kitchen with state-of-the-art appliances, a floor-to-ceiling fireplace, and an elegant double staircase.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 20, 2026

He brought the sword down and pushed it between the grate and the shiny stone of the fireplace.

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley

Related Words

• chimney
• furnace
• stove