26984 words

hearth

3 definitions • 2 examples
1
the area around a fireplace or the area of floor in front of it:

Examples:

A bright fire was burning in the hearth.
2
a home, especially when seen as a place of comfort and love:

Examples:

hearth and home They were reluctant to leave hearth and home.
3
the floor of a fireplace, and often also the area in front of it

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