chair
/ˈtʃɛɹ/
noun
furniture with a back and often four legs that a person can use for sitting
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stool
/ˈstuɫ/
noun
a seat, often with four legs, that does not include a any support for one's back or arms
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bergere
/bˈɜːdʒɚ/
noun
a French-style armchair with upholstered sides and back and an exposed wooden frame
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armchair
/ˈɑɹmˌtʃɛɹ/
noun
a type of upholstered chair with armrests and a comfortable backrest, often used for relaxation or reading
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banquette
/bænkˈɛt/
noun
an upholstered bench often built into a wall or used as built-in seating in a dining or kitchen area
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bench
/ˈbɛntʃ/
noun
a long and hard seat that is normally made of metal or wood and two or multiple people can sit on
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barrel chair
/bˈæɹəl tʃˈɛɹ/
noun
a type of chair with a curved back and armrests, resembling the shape of a barrel
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basket chair
/bˈæskɪt tʃˈɛɹ/
noun
a type of chair that features a basket-shaped seat made of woven materials such as wicker, rattan, or cane
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beanbag
/bˈiːnbæɡ/
noun
a soft, cushioned chair filled with small pieces of material that conforms to the shape of the body for comfortable sitting or lounging
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bentwood
/bˈɛntwʊd/
noun
a type of furniture made by bending wood into curved shapes and then laminating several layers together to create a strong and durable piece of furniture
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berbice chair
/bˈɜːbɪs tʃˈɛɹ/
noun
a spacious armchair that comes with elongated armrests that can be folded inward to function as leg rests
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carver
/ˈkɑɹvɝ/
noun
a type of dining chair with arms, usually placed at the head of the table
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deck chair
/dˈɛk tʃˈɛɹ/
noun
a type of folding chair designed for outdoor use, typically with a frame of wood or metal and a fabric or canvas seat and back that can be adjusted to recline
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dining chair
/dˈaɪnɪŋ tʃˈɛɹ/
noun
a chair designed for use at a dining table
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easy chair
/ˈiːzi tʃˈɛɹ/
noun
a large and comfortable chair or armchair
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fauteuil
/fˈɔːtjuːˌɪl/
noun
a French armchair with open sides, upholstered seat, back, and arms, and exposed wood frames
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fiddle-back chair
/fˈɪdəlbˈæk/
noun
a type of chair with a backrest that is shaped like a violin or fiddle
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folding chair
/fˈoʊldɪŋ tʃˈɛɹ/
noun
a type of chair that can be easily folded and stored when not in use
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garden chair
/ɡˈɑːɹdən tʃˈɛɹ/
noun
a type of outdoor furniture that is designed to be used in a garden or outdoor space
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hassock
/hˈæsək/
noun
a type of low stool or cushion used for sitting or as a footrest
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high chair
/hˈaɪ tʃˈɛɹ/
noun
a special type of chair with long legs used by a small child or baby to sit in have a meal
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kneeling chair
/nˈiːlɪŋ tʃˈɛɹ/
noun
a type of chair designed to help improve posture and reduce lower back pain by distributing weight between the buttocks and shins and providing support for the knees
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ladder-back chair
/lˈædɚbˈæk tʃˈɛɹ/
noun
a type of chair with horizontal slats resembling a ladder on the backrest
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lounger
/lˈaʊndʒɚ/
noun
an armchair that comes with a support for one's feet and a movable back on which one can recline and relax, particularly used outdoors
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Morris chair
/mˈɔːɹɪs tʃˈɛɹ/
noun
a type of armchair with adjustable back and arms that can be lowered to create a flat surface
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platform rocker
/plˈætfɔːɹm ɹˈɑːkɚ/
noun
a rocking chair with a stationary base and a platform that moves with the chair's back and seat
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pouf
/pˈuːf/
noun
a low, cushioned seat or footstool that is typically round or cylindrical in shape
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reclining chair
/ɹɪklˈaɪnɪŋ tʃˈɛɹ/
noun
a chair with a backrest that tilts backwards and a footrest that extends out in front of the seat
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straight chair
/stɹˈeɪt tʃˈɛɹ/
noun
a simple chair without arms or upholstery, usually made of wood and designed for basic seating
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swing egg chair
/swˈɪŋ ˈɛɡ tʃˈɛɹ/
noun
a type of hanging chair with a round egg-shaped seat that swings and can be used for indoor or outdoor seating
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swivel chair
/swˈɪvəl tʃˈɛɹ/
noun
a type of chair that can rotate 360 degrees around a central axis, allowing the seated person to easily turn and face different directions
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tub chair
/tˈʌb tʃˈɛɹ/
noun
a small and cozy chair with a rounded back and armrests, resembling the shape of a traditional bathtub
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Windsor chair
/wˈɪndsɚ tʃˈɛɹ/
noun
a wooden chair characterized by a solid, shaped wooden seat and distinctive, turned spindle backrest
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wing chair
/wˈɪŋ tʃˈɛɹ/
noun
a type of armchair characterized by its high back, angled wings or "ears" on either side to protect the sitter from drafts, and often a deep seat
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rocking chair
/ɹˈɑːkɪŋ tʃˈɛɹ/
noun
a chair mounted on two curved pieces of wood to allow enough mobility for the chair to move back and forth when someone sits on it
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accent chair
/ˈæksənt tʃˈɛɹ/
noun
a type of chair that is designed to stand out and add a decorative or functional element to a room's decor
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vanity stool
/vˈænɪɾi stˈuːl/
noun
a small low seat, typically without a backrest, designed to be used with a vanity or dressing table
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footstool
/fˈʊtstuːl/
noun
a low seat or a small stool used to elevate the feet while sitting
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bar stool
/bˈɑːɹ stˈuːl/
noun
a tall, narrow stool with a footrest, designed for seating at a bar or high counter
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counter stool
/kˈaʊntɚ stˈuːl/
noun
a type of stool that is specifically designed for use at a kitchen counter or bar-height table, and typically has a seat height of 24 to 26 inches
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garden stool
/ɡˈɑːɹdən stˈuːl/
noun
a small and decorative stool that is often used as a seat or a side table in outdoor spaces like gardens, patios, and decks
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ottoman
/ˈɑtəmən/
noun
a low upholstered seat or footstool without a back or arms
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step stool
/stˈɛp stˈuːl/
noun
a small portable stool that allows the user to reach objects or high places that they would not be able to reach otherwise
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folding stool
/fˈoʊldɪŋ stˈuːl/
noun
a portable seat made with a collapsible frame that can be easily stored or transported
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leg
/ˈɫɛɡ/
noun
the vertical supports that are attached to the seat or base of a piece of furniture, such as a chair or table, and provide stability and support
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backrest
/ˈbæˌkɹɛst/
noun
the part of a chair, bench, or sofa that supports the back and may extend up to the shoulders or head
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armrest
/ˈɑɹmˌɹɛst/
noun
a part of a chair or sofa that is designed to support the arms of a seated person, providing comfort and relaxation
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cushion
/ˈkʊʃən/
noun
a padded covering for the seat and backrest of the chair
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seat
/ˈsit/
noun
the part of a chair or a sofa where one sits, typically consisting of a flat, horizontal surface supported by legs or a frame
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massage chair
/mɐsˈɑːʒ tʃˈɛɹ/
noun
a chair that is designed to massage and manipulate the muscles and soft tissues of the body, typically using electronic motors and rollers
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