Chantlate

/ˈtʃænt.leɪt/ noun

A wooden molding or frame around a fireplace opening or hearth area; an ornamental trim piece.

Possibly from 'chant' combined with 'late' (a lath or thin strip of wood), though the etymology is uncertain. It may be a variant of 'channelate' (grooved), referring to the grooved or shaped wood framing.

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