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 adjective

Examples of fireplace in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The listed house—a four bedroom, two bathroom with 1,950 square feet—was built in 1904 and comes with a small cottage towards the back of the property, a fireplace, and a private waterfront dock. Sunny Nagpaul, Fortune, 22 Mar. 2024 Since welcoming Westin, Jessica and Austin have shared several adorable photos of their son on Instagram, including a sweet photo of their family of three in front of the fireplace. Hannah Sacks, Peoplemag, 20 Mar. 2024 Here, there are 49 luxe guest casitas with their own patios and fireplaces, plus three opulent private residences, all situated across 45 acres of verdant gardens and citrus groves. Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 19 Mar. 2024 Outdoors, there’s a pool, a large covered patio, an outdoor living room with a fireplace, a BBQ station and an indoor/outdoor bar. Catherine Reagor, The Arizona Republic, 18 Mar. 2024 Situated on a sprawling 2-acre parcel, the renowned Bishop Mansion in the historic Palmer Woods neighborhood features 12 bedrooms, 14 bathrooms and 10 fireplaces. Brendel Hightower, Detroit Free Press, 14 Mar. 2024 The nearly 4,900-square-foot modern farmhouse, built in 2002, has 4 bedrooms and 4.5 baths and features a sunroom, multiple fireplaces, and a large walkout finished basement that can be used as a theater, game room or gym. Matthew Glowicki, The Courier-Journal, 14 Mar. 2024 The master suite has dual sinks, a walk-in shower, a bathtub, a fireplace, a large walk-in closet and a balcony with lake views. Claire Reid, Journal Sentinel, 13 Mar. 2024 White likes to stay at the boutique Newpark Resort, where rooms offer fireplaces and private decks with hot tubs. Nina Kokotas Hahn, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Mar. 2024

These examples are programmatically compiled from various online sources to illustrate current usage of the word 'fireplace.' Any opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.

Word History

First Known Use

1611, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of fireplace was in 1611

Dictionary Entries Near fireplace

Cite this Entry

“Fireplace.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fireplace. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

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

More from Merriam-Webster on fireplace

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!