# armchair

/ˈɑɹmˌtʃɛɹ/ (US) · /ˈɑːmtʃeə/ (UK) · CEFR A2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/armchair
Updated: 2026-05-07

## Definition

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

For teachers: a comfortable, upholstered chair featuring side supports for the occupant's forearms.

## Examples

- He fell asleep in his favorite armchair.
- She sat in the velvet armchair by the fireplace to read her book.
- The study was furnished with two heavy leather armchairs, positioned to face the large window overlooking the garden.

## Usage notes

- 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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