"fireboard" meaning in All languages combined

See fireboard on Wiktionary

Noun [English]

Forms: fireboards [plural]
Etymology: fire + board Etymology templates: {{compound|en|fire|board}} fire + board Head templates: {{en-noun}} fireboard (plural fireboards)
  1. A board or screen placed over a fireplace when it is not in use. Synonyms: chimney board, hearthboard
    Sense id: en-fireboard-en-noun-AXMmydL6 Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Disambiguation of English entries with incorrect language header: 64 36
  2. (Appalachia) A fireplace's mantel. Tags: Appalachia
    Sense id: en-fireboard-en-noun-C2qtC44v Categories (other): Appalachian English

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