| noun | 1. A space on either side of a large fireplace. |
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| | | "We filled the inglenook with bookshelves and turned it into a cozy reading spot." |
| | | "Some historical homes have inglenook fireplaces tucked under a grand staircase." |
| | | "Adelaide built a pair of benches for the inglenook." |
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| Scots, late 18th century |
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| "Ingle" likely comes from the Scottish Gaelic "aingeal," meaning "light, fire," and "nook" is a Middle English word that refers to a corner or fragment... | Continue Reading |
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