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

Picture drinking wine with friends as the sun sets and the outdoor fireplace crackles, or playing games on the expansive lawn. —Dallas Morning News, 29 Mar. 2026

The living room, anchored by a wood-burning fireplace and custom built-ins, leads into a sunroom at the back of the house that’s hard to ignore. —Miriam Schwartz, Hartford Courant, 29 Mar. 2026

Riachi created the custom travertine fireplace with a walnut surround, puncturing it with vertical openings and linear alabaster wall sconces to echo the screens in the entrance hall. —Amy Bradford, Architectural Digest, 29 Mar. 2026

Avoid using fire pits and outdoor fireplaces, the Waxhaw Fire Department said. —Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 28 Mar. 2026

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