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Kaminofen

wood-burning stove

noun kah-MEEN-oh-fen Rare

Also means

fireplace insert

Usage Note

Kaminofen is a freestanding cast-iron or steel stove with a glass door that burns wood, combining the cosy look of an open fire with greater efficiency. It differs from an offener Kamin (open fireplace) and from a Kachelofen (tiled oven).

Examples

"Der Kaminofen im Wohnzimmer spendet an kalten Winterabenden angenehme Wärme."

Natural Translation

The wood-burning stove in the living room provides pleasant warmth on cold winter evenings.

Literal Translation

The wood stove in the living room donates on cold winter evenings pleasant warmth.

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