manteltree

American

[man-tl-tree] / ˈmæn tlˌtri /

Or mantletree

noun

a wooden or stone lintel over the opening of a fireplace.
a masonry arch used in place of such a lintel.

manteltree British

/ ˈmæntəlˌtriː /

noun

a beam made of stone or wood that forms the lintel over a fireplace

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Etymology

Origin of manteltree

late Middle English word dating back to 1425–75; see origin at mantel, tree

Example Sentences

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The stranger stood at the manteltree and tried the pipes’ capacity with his thick-ended thumb, finding one at last to his requirements.

From The Rustler of Wind River by Ogden, George W. (George Washington)

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