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

Efforts have clearly been made to preserve the building’s historic details like the stone fireplace, while rooms have been updated with modern touches. — Irenie Forshaw, TheWeek, 4 Sep. 2026

Some rooms feature elaborate damask wallpaper and antiques, while others are more modern with contemporary fireplaces and a more minimalist feel. — Eddi Fiegel, Robb Report, 3 Sep. 2026

The fireplace sconces are thrifted and the painting on the wall (right) is by Keys. — Rachel Wallace, Architectural Digest, 1 Sep. 2026

The living room in this one is a real standout and includes a window seat with integrated storage, along with one of those fancy hanging fireplaces that burns bioethanol. — New Atlas, 30 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1611, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for fireplace

• aerospace
• anatase
• anyplace
• commonplace
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• database
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• diastase
• dnase
• elastase
• hyperspace
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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