lounge chair
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Definition
Noun: A lounge chair is a comfortable, upholstered armchair designed for relaxation. It is typically a single-seat chair with a supportive back and armrests, often intended for lounging or reclining in a living room, den, or lounge area.
Usage
A "lounge chair" is used to describe a specific type of comfortable seating furniture. It is a count noun. * He settled into the lounge chair to read his book. * The living room has a sofa and two matching lounge chairs. * This lounge chair reclines and has a built-in footrest.
Advanced Usage
- The term can be used attributively (like an adjective) to describe other nouns.
- We bought new lounge chair cushions.
- It can be part of compound terms that specify a style or function, listed separately below.
Variants and Related Words
- Armchair: A chair with side supports for the arms. While all lounge chairs are armchairs, not all armchairs are as plush or specifically designed for lounging as a "lounge chair."
- Recliner (or reclining chair): A type of lounge chair whose back can be tilted backward and often has a footrest that extends.
- Easy chair: A very close synonym, emphasizing comfort and informality.
- Fauteuil: A French-style upholstered armchair, often more ornate.
Synonyms
- Easy chair
- Armchair (in the context of comfortable seating)
- Recliner (for a specific type)
Antonyms
- Stool (a backless and armless seat)
- Bench (a long, hard seat for multiple people)
- Dining chair (a typically upright, less padded chair)
Related Phrases/Compounds
- Deck lounge chair: A chair for outdoor use, often made of weather-resistant materials like wood, plastic, or metal.
- Chaise lounge (or chaise longue): A long chair for reclining that supports the legs, distinct from an upright lounge chair.
- Lounge chair and a half: A chair wider than a standard armchair but smaller than a loveseat.
Noun
- a comfortable upholstered armchair