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

With heated floors, gas fireplaces, and large soaking tubs, the rooms here are the ideal place to warm up from the chilly winter weather. —Jacqueline Dole, Travel + Leisure, 11 Dec. 2024

There, visitors will find a chic outdoor seating setup, a few fireplaces to keep warm in the mild Southern California winters, and even an expansive bar and grill area. —Chris Dong, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024

This includes a large sofa, which can be swapped out for a sofa bed to increase sleeping capacity, plus there's a fireplace and an area for a TV. —Adam Williams, New Atlas, 11 Dec. 2024

The double lounge, in particular, oozes panache with its deep, velvet sofas, a state-of-the-art fireplace and marble tables. —Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1611, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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