chimneypiece

noun
UK: /ˈtʃɪmniˌpiːs/
US: /ˈtʃɪmniˌpiːs/

  1. A decorative structure around a fireplace.

    1. The chimneypiece is made of wood.
    2. The elegant chimneypiece was the focal point of the drawing room.

  2. The ornamental facing of a fireplace, including the shelf above it.

    1. She put a photo on the chimneypiece.
    2. The antique clock sat proudly on the marble chimneypiece in the hall.

Synonyms

mantelpiece mantel

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "chimneypiece" in English means: A decorative structure around a fireplace., The ornamental facing of a fireplace, including the shelf above it..

The phonetic transcription of "chimneypiece" is /ˈtʃɪmniˌpiːs/ in British English and /ˈtʃɪmniˌpiːs/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "chimneypiece": mantelpiece, mantel.

Example usage of "chimneypiece": "The chimneypiece is made of wood.". More examples on the page.