fireplace

noun

fire·​place ˈfī(-ə)r-ˌplās How to pronounce fireplace (audio)
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 How to pronounce fireplace (audio)
adjective

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Many of the original features have been preserved, including two magnificent fireplaces with bread ovens. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Aug. 2026 Inside, take delight in cozy touches like a wood-burning fireplace and glass windows that were salvaged from an old church. — Elise Taylor, Vogue, 7 Aug. 2026 The fireplace in the main dining room still glows on cool evenings. — Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026 The double-height ground floor space is the main star, which inspires cozy time together around a stone fireplace and loads of lovely light. — Katharine Sohn, Architectural Digest, 6 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for fireplace

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First Known Use

1611, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of fireplace was in 1611

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fireplace

noun
fire·​place -ˌplās How to pronounce fireplace (audio)
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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