1. an open recess in a wall at the base of a chimney where a fire can be built

Examples

• We gathered around the fireplace on Christmas morning.
• The old house had a beautiful stone fireplace in the living room.
• She hung stockings from the fireplace mantel.
• The fireplace crackled with burning logs.
• They installed a gas fireplace in their new home.
• The fireplace screen prevented sparks from escaping.