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inglenook

Syllabification: (in·gle·nook)
Pronunciation: /ˈiNGgəlˌno͝ok/
Definition of inglenook

noun

  • a space on either side of a large fireplace.

Origin:

late 18th century: from Scots ingle + nook

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