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

The 36-inch electric fireplace insert heats up quickly, according to users, producing 5,188 BTUs of warmth — enough to cozy up rooms up to 400 square feet according to the brand. —Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 7 Nov. 2025

The entire cabin sleeps six and features indoor fireplaces and an outdoor fire pit for extra cozy stargazing at night. —Lori Keong, Architectural Digest, 6 Nov. 2025

Scott, his wife, and a friend — a light-skinned, mixed-race woman — were singing by the fireplace when the white men arrived. —Equal Justice Initiative, USA Today, 6 Nov. 2025

Each bungalow comes with a fireplace and a balcony to take in views of the forest or surrounding mountains. —William O'Connor, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 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