chimney
word
/ˈtʃɪmni/
CHIM-nee
/tʃˈɪmni/
CHIM-nee
Definition
A chimney is a tall, hollow structure found on buildings, designed to carry smoke and gases from a fireplace, stove, or furnace safely out of the building.
Usage & Nuances
Used in both literal and figurative contexts, but most often refers to the structure for smoke ventilation. Common with houses, factories, and in the phrase 'smokestack' (industrial context). Not to be confused with 'fireplace' (the place where the fire burns).
Spanish: chimeneaPortuguese (BR): chaminéPortuguese (PT): chaminéChinese (Simplified): 烟囱Chinese (Traditional): 煙囪Hindi: चिमनीArabic: مدخنةBengali: চিমনি - ধোঁয়ার পাইপRussian: дымоход - трубаJapanese: 煙突Vietnamese: ống khóiKorean: 굴뚝Turkish: bacaUrdu: چمنیIndonesian: cerobong asap
Example Sentences
Smoke came out of the chimney.
basic
The house has a red brick chimney.
basic
Birds made a nest in the chimney.
basic
Santa Claus comes down the chimney on Christmas Eve.
natural
That old factory still has its original chimney.
natural
If your chimney is blocked, smoke will stay inside the house.
natural