The Clue
Fireplace projection (3 letter answer)
The Answer
HOB
Tags
Notes
The answer HOB is uncommon, appearing about once every 575 puzzles.
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Definition
HOB as a noun:
1. (goblin, hob, hobgoblin) = (folklore) a small grotesque supernatural creature that makes trouble for human beings
2. (elf, hob, gremlin, pixie, pixy, brownie, imp) = (folklore) fairies that are somewhat mischievous
3. a hard steel edge tool used to cut gears
4. a shelf beside an open fire where something can be kept warm
HOB as a verb:
1. cut with a hob