fireside

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noun

fire·​side ˈfī(-ə)r-ˌsīd How to pronounce fireside (audio)
1
: a place near the fire or hearth
2
: home

fireside

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adjective

: having an informal or intimate quality
a fireside chat

Examples of fireside in a Sentence

Noun We sat chatting at the fireside. couldn't wait to get off the plane and back to his comfortable fireside
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Noun
Moderated by: Tina Perry (President, OWN) The Longevity Playbook: A Conversation with Blair Underwood Presented by AARP Synopsis: A fireside chat featuring acclaimed actor Blair Underwood exploring career longevity, financial planning, and long-term success in the entertainment industry. Demicia Inman, VIBE.com, 22 May 2025 Among the many highlights is a sunken fireside living room boasting a large arched picture window overlooking the backyard. Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 15 May 2025
Adjective
Ohio State University football safety Caleb Downs, who was recently named to the 30 Under 30 Local Columbus list, spoke in a fireside chat with Forbes’ Steve Bertoni about his selection to the Under 30 list and his connection to the great state of Ohio. Forbes Press Releases, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025 Photo : Noel Kleinman The fireside living room overlooks sweeping mountain vistas. Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 29 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for fireside

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

1533, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Adjective

1871, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of fireside was in 1533

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“Fireside.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fireside. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.

Kids Definition

fireside

noun
fire·​side
ˈfī(ə)r-ˌsīd
1
: a place near the hearth
2

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