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

Once indoors, avoid walking on frostbitten feet and do not use direct heat sources such as stoves, fireplaces, heating pads, hot water bottles or hair dryers, as frostbitten skin can burn easily. —Brandi D. Addison, Louisville Courier Journal, 12 Dec. 2025

The painting that looked great over your old fireplace might look better in the new dining room. —Marni Jameson, Arkansas Online, 12 Dec. 2025

My oversized Lodge Suite, Room 253, had a wet bar, a microwave, a gas fireplace, and a stunning soaking tub, in addition to the standard room amenities such as La Colombe coffee and Lockwood bath products. —Paul Brady, Travel + Leisure, 12 Dec. 2025

All cabins include fireplace, TV, kitchens or kitchenettes. —Roger Naylor, AZCentral.com, 12 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