fireplace

noun

fire·​place ˈfī(-ə)r-ˌplās 

1

: a framed opening made in a chimney to hold an open fire : hearth

also : a metal container with a smoke pipe used for the same purpose

2

: an outdoor structure of brick, stone, or metal for an open fire

fireplaced

ˈfī(-ə)r-ˌplāst 

adjective

Examples of fireplace in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The restaurant comprises multiple rooms indoors and a beautiful outdoor patio, all a mix of brick, wood and glass softened by chandeliers, fireplaces, plants and candles. —Usa Today Network, USA Today, 19 Dec. 2025

Aside from the fireplace, only the Sun, Moon or an oil lamp or candle provided light. —Bobbi Sutherland, The Conversation, 19 Dec. 2025

This is undeniably a gourmand fragrance, but with sophistication—like sipping whiskey beside the fireplace on a crisp winter day. —Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 19 Dec. 2025

Outdoors, there was a saltwater swimming pool, a fireplace, a gazebo, and a kitchen. —Joyce Chen, Architectural Digest, 18 Dec. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1611, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for fireplace

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Kids Definition

fireplace

noun

fire·​place -ˌplās 

1

: a framed opening in a chimney to hold an open fire

2

: an outdoor structure of brick, stone, or metal for an open fire