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
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The garden level features a guest suite, a powder room, and a casual living room with a fireplace and direct access to the yard.
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Celia Fernandez, CNBC, 31 Oct. 2025
Other highlights include a primary bath/sitting room sporting carpet and shades from Pierre Frey, yet more Zuber wallpaper, Ralph Lauren Home sconces, a pink soaking tub, and a fireplace bookended by vanities crafted from gilt bronze and parquetry commodes.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 30 Oct. 2025
The Independence Inn—where Lorelai worked as a maid during the first three seasons—had a formal vibe with a dark color palette and mahogany wood throughout the lobby area (including that fireplace).
—Mara Reinstein, Architectural Digest, 30 Oct. 2025
Reuter painted three angelic figures above the library fireplace.
—Lennie Omalza, Louisville Courier Journal, 30 Oct. 2025
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Celia Fernandez, CNBC, 31 Oct. 2025
Other highlights include a primary bath/sitting room sporting carpet and shades from Pierre Frey, yet more Zuber wallpaper, Ralph Lauren Home sconces, a pink soaking tub, and a fireplace bookended by vanities crafted from gilt bronze and parquetry commodes.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 30 Oct. 2025
The Independence Inn—where Lorelai worked as a maid during the first three seasons—had a formal vibe with a dark color palette and mahogany wood throughout the lobby area (including that fireplace).
—Mara Reinstein, Architectural Digest, 30 Oct. 2025
Reuter painted three angelic figures above the library fireplace.
—Lennie Omalza, Louisville Courier Journal, 30 Oct. 2025
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“Fireplace.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fireplace. Accessed 2 Nov. 2025.
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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
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