morris chair

Thân thiện

A person relaxes in a morris chair by the fireplace.

Definition

Noun: * A type of armchair with an adjustable back: A "morris chair" is a specific style of reclining armchair. Its defining feature is a hinged back that can be tilted to different angles, typically held in place by a notched bar or peg mechanism. It is named after William Morris, a 19th-century English textile designer, poet, and founder of the Arts and Crafts Movement.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • He settled into the comfortable morris chair and adjusted the back to read his book.
  • The antique morris chair was the centerpiece of the study, with its simple oak frame and leather cushions.
  • Many modern recliners are inspired by the original design of the morris chair.

Advanced Usage

• The term is often used to evoke a sense of classic, craftsman-style furniture and the design principles of the Arts and Crafts Movement, which emphasized simplicity, functionality, and handcraftsmanship.

Variants and Related Words

• Recliner (n): A more general modern term for a chair with an adjustable back and often a footrest.
• Armchair (n): A chair with side supports for the arms, which is the broader category a morris chair belongs to.

Synonyms

• Reclining chair
• Adjustable armchair

Antonyms

• Straight-backed chair
• Fixed-back chair

Học thuật

Noun

1. an armchair with an adjustable back

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