wing chair
Definition
Noun: * A large, upholstered armchair with a high back and projecting side pieces ("wings") on either side of the headrest. The wings were originally designed to shield the occupant from drafts and retain heat from a fireplace.
Usage
A "wing chair" is a specific type of furniture. It is used as a comfortable seat, often placed in a living room, library, or study. The term is typically used to describe the object itself.
Examples
- Noun:
- He settled into the leather wing chair by the fire to read his book.
- The antique wing chair in the corner was her favorite piece of furniture.
- We need to reupholster the fabric on the old wing chair.
Advanced Usage
- The style can be specified: , .
- It can be described by its material: , .
Variants and Related Words
- Wingback chair: A common synonym for "wing chair."
- Armchair: A more general term for any chair with side supports for the arms. A wing chair is a type of armchair.
- Easy chair: A general term for a large, comfortable chair. A wing chair is a type of easy chair.
Synonyms
- Wingback chair
- Fireside chair (historically accurate, as they were placed near fireplaces)
Antonyms
- Armless chair
- Side chair
- Stool
Noun
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easy chair having wings on each side of a high back
