English dictionary

chimneypiece

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

shelf that projects from wall above fireplace

noun.artifact

Examples
In Britain they call a mantel a chimneypiece.

Synonyms mantel mantelpiece mantle mantlepiece

Source: WordNet 3.0
A decorative construction around the opening of a fireplace.

noun

Source: webster1913