mantel
/ˈmæn.təl/noun
The shelf above a fireplace which may be also a structural support for the masonry of the chimney.
Example sentence
- “We used acer wood for the mantel in our fireplace.”
Related words
radiatorA device that lowers engine coolant temperature by conducting heat to the air, through metal fins.fireplaceAn open hearth for holding a fire at the base of a chimney.thermostatA device that automatically responds to changes in temperature by activating a heating or cooling system to maintain the temperature at a desired setting.skylightA window, dome, or opening in the roof or ceiling, to admit natural light.furnaceA device that provides heat for a building.railingA fence or barrier consisting of one or more horizontal rails and vertical supports.