folding-chair

folding-chair

A man sets up a folding-chair in the backyard.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • Portable seating device: "folding-chair" is a chair that can be collapsed or folded into a compact form for storage or transport.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • We brought a folding-chair to the beach so we could sit comfortably on the sand. (A portable chair that collapses for easy carrying.)
    • The folding-chair was stored in the closet when not in use. (A chair that folds flat for compact storage.)
Advanced Usage
  • "to set up a folding-chair": to unfold and prepare a folding-chair for use.

    • She set up a folding-chair in the garden to enjoy the afternoon sun. (She unfolded the chair and placed it ready for sitting.)
  • "to pack away a folding-chair": to fold and store a folding-chair after use.

    • After the picnic, he packed away the folding-chair in its carrying bag. (He folded the chair and put it back into storage.)
Variants and Related Words
  • Folding (adj): capable of being folded or bent into a smaller shape.

    • The folding table is easy to store. (The table can be collapsed for storage.)
  • Chair (n): a seat with a back, typically for one person.

    • She sat on a wooden chair at the dining table. (A standard piece of furniture for sitting.)
Synonyms
  • Collapsible chair: a chair designed to be folded up for convenience.

    • The collapsible chair is perfect for camping trips. (A chair that can be reduced in size.)
  • Portable seat: a seat that is easy to carry or move.

    • He brought a portable seat to the outdoor concert. (A lightweight, movable seating option.)
Phrasal Verbs
  • Fold up: to collapse or make something smaller by bending.

    • He folded up the folding-chair and put it in the trunk. (He collapsed the chair into its compact form.)
  • Set up: to arrange or prepare something for use.

    • They set up several folding-chairs for the meeting. (They unfolded and placed the chairs ready.)
Related Idioms
  • Not a word or phrase directly related to "folding-chair" in common idioms. (This word is specific and literal, with no idiomatic usage.)