mantelpiece

[US]/'mænt(ə)lpiːs/
[UK]/'mæntlpis/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. a decorative platform above a fireplace
Word Forms

Phrases & Collocations

decorating the mantelpiece

above the mantelpiece

Example Sentences

there isn't a clock on the mantelpiece—come to that, there isn't a mantelpiece!.

twin statuettes on the mantelpiece

A silver vase stood on the mantelpiece.

The mantelpiece was adorned with family photos.

She placed a vase of flowers on the mantelpiece.

The clock on the mantelpiece chimed loudly.

He carefully dusted the mantelpiece to keep it clean.

The mantelpiece in the living room is made of marble.

A mirror hung above the mantelpiece.

The mantelpiece was decorated with Christmas stockings.

He found an old letter hidden behind the mantelpiece.

The antique clock was the centerpiece of the mantelpiece.

She carefully arranged the candles on the mantelpiece.

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