fireback
/fahyuhr-bak/US // ˈfaɪərˌbæk //UK // (ˈfaɪəˌbæk) //
回火,反击,回击,回炉
Definitions
n.名词 noun
- 1
- : a piece, lining the rear of a fireplace, usually of cast iron.
- : the rear of a fireplace.
Examples
He was finally discovered in the nursery saying good-bye to the two cherubs on the fireback.
The flame fluttered before the high fireback; the St Bernard sighed in his sleep.
One notices with admiration the beautiful brass andirons and fire set, and with interest the floreated cast-iron fireback.
There are cannon-balls, and a liliputian fireback with a crown on it.
The tap-room of this inn has a generously-planned fireplace with an ancient fireback and dogs.
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