chimney corner

• Canto da chaminé ou da lareira, frequentemente usado como local para sentar ou guardar coisas; também se refere a um recanto aconchegante junto à lareira. Termo bastante antiquado no uso atual.

A corner of a fireplace or hearth, often used as a seating area or for storage; also refers to a cozy nook beside a chimney. The term is largely archaic in modern usage.

1. Seat by the fireplaceC1formalbritish

   A seat or space in a room next to the chimney or fireplace, often considered a cozy spot.

   Canto da lareira

   • The old man sat in the chimney corner, reading his book.
   • She placed a comfortable chair in the chimney corner.
   • The cat curled up in the chimney corner to keep warm.