fireplace
/ˈfaɪəpleɪs/noun
An open hearth for holding a fire at the base of a chimney.
Example sentence
- “Tom sat by the fireplace.”
Related words
mantelThe shelf above a fireplace which may be also a structural support for the masonry of the chimney.skylightA window, dome, or opening in the roof or ceiling, to admit natural light.radiatorA device that lowers engine coolant temperature by conducting heat to the air, through metal fins.railingA fence or barrier consisting of one or more horizontal rails and vertical supports.thermostatA device that automatically responds to changes in temperature by activating a heating or cooling system to maintain the temperature at a desired setting.banisterThe handrail on the side of a staircase.