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    Chimenea (en. Chimney)

    /tʃi.meˈne.a/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Duct through which smoke is extracted from a fire or a heating device.
    The chimney of the house was blocked.
    La chimenea de la casa estaba obstruida.
    Architectural structure that integrates the outlet for smoke.
    The design of the chimney gave a rustic touch to the house.
    El diseño de la chimenea le daba un toque rústico a la casa.
    Room where the chimney is located.
    We sat by the chimney in the living room.
    Nos sentamos junto a la chimenea en la sala de estar.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'caminālia', which means 'duct for smoke'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to blow smoke from the chimney
    To express anger or annoyance.
    echar humo por la chimenea
    to be in the chimney
    To be in a difficult or uncomfortable situation.
    estar en la chimenea
    to go up the chimney
    To find an unexpected solution to a problem.
    subir por la chimenea

    Related Words

    stove
    Stove or place where fire is made.
    fogón
    bonfire
    Large fire made outdoors.
    hoguera
    heater
    Device that produces heat.
    calefactor

    Slang Meanings

    Metaphor for referring to a situation of chaos or disorder.
    That room looks like a chimney after the party.
    Esa sala parece una chimenea después de la fiesta.
    Colloquial expression to describe problems in the house.
    The plumbing is a mess, it looks like a chimney in here.
    La plomería está hecha un desastre, parece una chimenea aquí.