Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
chimney-breast
noun
ˈʧɪm.niˌbrɛst
Definition
The part of a wall that supports a chimney and projects into a room.
Examples
- The chimney-breast in the old cottage was beautifully decorated with floral tiles.
- During renovations, the architects ensured the chimney-breast was preserved as a historic feature.
- The large chimney-breast took up a significant portion of the living room, making it the focal point of the space.
Meaning
It refers to the structural section of a wall that houses the flue or chimney, protruding into the interior space of a building.
Synonyms
- Chimney
- Flue
- Fireplace surround
