chimney pot

noun

: a usually earthenware pipe placed at the top of a chimney

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1806, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of chimney pot was circa 1806

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“Chimney pot.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chimney%20pot. Accessed 18 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

chimney pot

noun
: a pipe usually made of clay placed at the top of a chimney
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