English Explanatory Dictionary

fireplace

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. An open hearth for holding a fire at the base of a chimney.

Pronunciation

/ˈfaɪəpleɪs/ /ˈfaɪɹpleɪs/ en-us-fireplace.ogg

Word forms

fireplace fireplaces fire-place

Etymology

From fire + place.

Synonyms

hearthstead

Derived words

fireplaced fireplace match fireplace poker
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