Fireplaces Meaning in English
word · lemma: fireplace
Definition
Structures built into a wall or room, often with a chimney, where you can make a fire for heat or decoration.
Usage & Nuances
"Fireplace" is most common in homes, especially older or country-style houses. Usually refers to wood- or gas-burning built-in fireplaces, not portable heaters. Collocations: "stone fireplace", "light the fireplace", "sit by the fireplace". Plural is rarely used except for describing houses with more than one.
Example Sentences
There are two fireplaces in this old house.
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The hotel lobby has several beautiful fireplaces.
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Some mountain cabins have big stone fireplaces.
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We gathered around the fireplaces to tell stories on cold evenings.
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Modern homes rarely have real fireplaces these days.
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All three bedrooms have their own small fireplaces—it's so cozy!
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