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chesterfield

 

[ ˈtʃɛstəˌfiːld ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

furniture

A chesterfield is a type of sofa known for its deep button tufting and rolled arms.

Synonyms

couch, settee, sofa

Examples of usage

  • The chesterfield in the living room is very comfortable.
  • She sat on the chesterfield while reading her book.
Context #2 | Noun

British slang

In British slang, a chesterfield is a long overcoat with a velvet collar.

Synonyms

greatcoat, overcoat, topcoat

Examples of usage

  • He wore his chesterfield to the formal event.
  • The gentleman sported a classic chesterfield in the winter.

Translations

Translations of the word "chesterfield" in other languages:

🇵🇹 sofá Chesterfield

🇮🇳 चेस्टरफील्ड सोफ़ा

🇩🇪 Chesterfield-Sofa

🇮🇩 sofa Chesterfield

🇺🇦 Честерфілд диван

🇵🇱 sofa Chesterfield

🇯🇵 チェスターフィールドソファ

🇫🇷 canapé Chesterfield

🇪🇸 sofá Chesterfield

🇹🇷 Chesterfield kanepe

🇰🇷 체스터필드 소파

🇸🇦 أريكة تشيسترفيلد

🇨🇿 chesterfield pohovka

🇸🇰 chesterfield pohovka

🇨🇳 切斯特菲尔德沙发

🇸🇮 chesterfield kavč

🇮🇸 chesterfield sófi

🇰🇿 Честерфилд диван

🇬🇪 ჩესტერფილდის დივანი

🇦🇿 Chesterfield divan

🇲🇽 sofá Chesterfield

Etymology

The term 'chesterfield' originates from the Earl of Chesterfield, Philip Stanhope (1694-1773), who was known for his refined taste in furniture and clothing. The chesterfield sofa became popular in the 19th century, while the use of 'chesterfield' for a coat is believed to have started in the early 20th century in Britain.