inglenook

noun

in·gle·nook ˈiŋ-gəl-ˌnu̇k

ˈiŋ-əl-

: a nook by a large open fireplace

also : a bench or settle occupying this nook

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web On a small square table near the fireplace inglenook is a black lacquered tray with glass and crystal candlesticks in different shapes and sizes found at thrift shops and garage sales. —

oregonlive, 9 Dec. 2022 Among its most charming features are a working bread oven and an inglenook fireplace. —

Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 21 Sep. 2022 The inglenook, topped with a ribbed indoor/outdoor chenille cushion, is the daughter’s favorite spot to curl up with her laptop. —

BostonGlobe.com, 26 Mar. 2021 Wingback chairs are set in front of the fireplace inglenook outlined in heavy half-timbering and textured bricks. —

oregonlive, 18 Dec. 2019 An inglenook, or lounge area around a fireplace, offers storage space underneath the bench. —

NOLA.com, 12 Dec. 2017 The house is a heritage building with exposed beams, inglenook fireplaces in several rooms, flagstone floors on the ground floor and wide ancient floorboards above. —

Ruth Bloomfield, WSJ, 14 Sep. 2017 See More

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