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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

chimneybreast

/tʃɪm.ni.brest/ noun · British & US
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What does chimneybreast mean?

noun

A recessed area in a wall, often containing a fireplace or chimney, typically projecting from the wall and sometimes decorated with carvings or other architectural features.

Example

"The old house had a beautiful stone chimneybreast, adorned with intricate carvings of leaves and vines."

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