fireplace

noun

fire·place ˈfī(-ə)r-ˌplās

: 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

: 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 Your fireplace is too old to be made with fire bricks. —

Jeanne Huber, Washington Post, 17 Nov. 2023 There’s a spacious primary suite with two fireplaces, a walk-in closet, a private sunny balcony with a fire pit, and a resort-like bathroom with a freestanding tub overlooking the water. —

Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 14 Nov. 2023 The spicy combination of cardamom and cinnamon transports you to a snug evening by the fireplace. —

Danielle Sinay, Glamour, 13 Nov. 2023 The olive branches shown here pop against this creamy, stuccoed fireplace giving a modern, Mediterranean feel. —

Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 12 Nov. 2023 This Winter Mantel candle brings eucalyptus and fresh spruce to the forefront like the fancy garlands of old draped over the fireplace. —

Samantha Booth, Rolling Stone, 10 Nov. 2023 Soak in the pools, cozy up by the fireplace, settle in for a movie night, or luxuriate in the spa—including Nordic-style hot and cold plunge pools, a sauna, and a steam room. —

Bianca Bujan, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Nov. 2023 Each treatment room boasts a roaring fireplace, fountain, or glowing skylight. —

Alexandra Malmed, Vogue, 8 Nov. 2023 Computer software similar to that used by real estate firms or furniture stores can virtually show potential bidders what a living room would look like with a particular work of art hanging over the fireplace or in the entrance hall. —

Carol Vogel, New York Times, 6 Nov. 2023 See More

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