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Meaning of the word fireplace in English

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fireplace

US /ˈfaɪr.pleɪs/

UK /ˈfaɪə.pleɪs/

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Noun

a space in the wall of a room for a fire to burn in, typically with a chimney to carry away smoke

Example:

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We gathered around the fireplace to keep warm.

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The old house had a beautiful stone fireplace.

Synonym:

hearth chimney grate inglenook

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