Armchairs Meaning in English
word · lemma: armchair
Definition
Armchairs are comfortable chairs with supports on each side for your arms, often used in living rooms or offices for relaxing.
Usage & Nuances
'Armchair' is countable; 'armchairs' refers to more than one. Often associated with comfort and relaxation. Not to be confused with 'sofa' (for multiple people) or 'chair' (which may have no armrests). Common phrase: 'armchair critic' (someone who criticizes from the comfort of not taking action, but this is a figurative use).
Example Sentences
There are two armchairs in the living room.
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The hotel lobby has comfortable armchairs for guests.
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We bought two new armchairs for our office.
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Everyone rushed to grab the softest armchairs during the meeting.
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After dinner, we sank into the armchairs and chatted for hours.
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Some old armchairs can add character to a modern room.
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