chimney cap

noun

1. a raised cover for the top of a chimney, usually in the form of a slab or cornice.

Word History and Origins

Origin of chimney cap¹

1840–50; Americanism

Example Sentences

When a chimney cap is damaged, it’s often a better idea to replace rather than repair it.

From Seattle Times

Keep your chimney cap tight: Chimney caps protect your chimney from the elements.

From Seattle Times

Based on my observations of chimneys I’ve inspected, I’d say that not one in 10,000 has the type of chimney cap the Brick Industry Association recommends.

From Washington Post

Based on my observations of chimneys, I’d say almost none have the type of chimney cap the Brick Industry Association recommends.

From Seattle Times

Part of the movie you watched over Christmas may have been shot with a drone, and soon your roofer may use a drone to examine that chimney cap that keeps leaking.

From Forbes