Space at the base of a chimney (9)

I believe the answer is:

fireplace

(Other definitions for fireplace that I've seen before include "hot spot" , "Domestic chimney opening" , "warm domestic setting" , "Open space at the base of a chimney" , "Recess at the base of a chimney" .)

I've seen this clue in the Newsday.

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