side chair

Thân thiện

A side chair sits at a small writing desk in a cozy study.

Definition

Noun: A side chair is a type of chair characterized by having a straight back and no arms. It is typically designed to be placed against a wall or used at a dining table, where its armless design allows it to be tucked in neatly.

Usage

A side chair is used as a functional, often secondary, seating option in a room. It is not an armchair. Its primary purpose is to provide seating without occupying excessive space. - It is commonly used around dining tables. - It is often placed in hallways, bedrooms, or as occasional seating in living areas.

Examples

• Noun:
  • We need two more side chairs to complete the dining set.
  • The antique side chair was placed in the corner of the study.
  • She pulled up a simple side chair to the desk.

Advanced Usage

• As a design element: In interior design, a side chair can be used to add a visual accent or a pop of color to a space without the bulk of an armchair.
  • The upholstered side chair provided a stylish contrast to the wooden table.

Variants and Related Words

• Armchair (n): A chair with side supports for the arms. This is a distinct type of chair, not a variant of a side chair.
• Dining chair (n): A general term for chairs used at a dining table, which are often side chairs.
• Occasional chair (n): A chair used for extra seating, which can be a side chair.

Synonyms

• Armless chair: A chair without arms.
• Straight chair: A simple chair with a straight back.

Antonyms

• Armchair: A chair with arms.
• Wing chair: A tall, upholstered armchair with side panels (wings).

Học thuật

Noun

1. a straight-backed chair without arms

Từ đồng nghĩa

• straight chair