Definition of chimney
Nouns
a vertical flue that provides a path through which smoke from a fire is carried away through the wall or roof of a building
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smokestack, stack
a large tall chimney through which combustion gases and smoke can be evacuated
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funnel
(nautical) smokestack consisting of a shaft for ventilation or the passage of smoke (especially the smokestack of a ship)
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stovepipe
chimney consisting of a metal pipe of large diameter that is used to connect a stove to a flue
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flue
a conduit to carry off smoke
a glass flue surrounding the wick of an oil lamp
- Synonyms:
- lamp chimney
- Type of:
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flue
a conduit to carry off smoke
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