Hearthrug

/hˈɑːθɹʌɡ/

/hˈɑːɹθɹʌɡ/

Hearthrug

a small rug, typically made of wool, that is placed in front of a fireplace to provide warmth and protection from sparks and embers

Examples

1. "He is a cat to me now," said Bertram, who detested our hearthrug pets.