Definition of "chimney"
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A vertical tube or hollow column used to emit environmentally polluting gaseous and solid matter (including but not limited to by-products of burning carbon or hydro-carbon based fuels); a flue.
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The glass flue surrounding the flame of an oil lamp.
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The smokestack of a steam locomotive.
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A narrow cleft in a rock face; a narrow vertical cave passage.
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verb:
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To negotiate a chimney (sense #4) by pushing against the sides with back, feet, hands, etc.
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