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 great room will be large, with a beautiful gas log fireplace.
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James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 1 Mar. 2026
The outside living space has a grill and fireplace beside a pool.
—Dallas Morning News, 1 Mar. 2026
For gas fireplaces, make sure the burner and logs are properly positioned and that the vents are unobstructed, as improper airflow can cause excess soot.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 27 Feb. 2026
Velvet couches and chairs flank a central fireplace and exposed brick walls.
—Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 27 Feb. 2026
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James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 1 Mar. 2026
The outside living space has a grill and fireplace beside a pool.
—Dallas Morning News, 1 Mar. 2026
For gas fireplaces, make sure the burner and logs are properly positioned and that the vents are unobstructed, as improper airflow can cause excess soot.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 27 Feb. 2026
Velvet couches and chairs flank a central fireplace and exposed brick walls.
—Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 27 Feb. 2026
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“Fireplace.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fireplace. Accessed 9 Mar. 2026.
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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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