An American term for a mantelpiece or mantel — the shelf and decorative surround above a fireplace.
An American term for a mantelpiece or mantel — the shelf and decorative surround above a fireplace. 'Mantelboard' is an older or regional variant of 'mantelshelf' or simply 'mantel.' Used in home building and interior decoration contexts. The mantel serves both functional (heat shield) and display purposes, typically used for clocks, photographs, and ornaments.
Her grandmother's photo had sat on the mantelboard in the front room for as long as anyone could remember.
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(US) A mantel.
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