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armchair

n. countable
A2 Elementary US //ˈɑɹmˌtʃɛɹ// UK //ˈɑːmtʃeə// arm·chair Vulgar

n. a comfortable chair with side parts where you can rest your arms.

n. a comfortable, upholstered chair featuring side supports for the occupant's forearms.


SIMPLE

He fell asleep in his favorite armchair.

CONTEXTUAL

She sat in the velvet armchair by the fireplace to read her book.

COMPLEX

The study was furnished with two heavy leather armchairs, positioned to face the large window overlooking the garden.

Origin

From arm + chair.

Usage

Often used as a modifier before another noun to describe someone who has theoretical rather than practical experience, such as an 'armchair critic'.

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