Footstool: meaning, definitions and examples
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footstool
[ ˈfʊtˌstuːl ]
furniture
A low stool or small support for the feet of a seated person.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- It's nice to have a footstool to put your feet up after a long day.
- She used the footstool to reach the top shelf in the kitchen.
- The footstool matched the armchair perfectly in the living room.
- The footstool was upholstered in a soft fabric for extra comfort.
- I always use a footstool when sitting at my desk to improve my posture.
Translations
Translations of the word "footstool" in other languages:
🇵🇹 banquinho
🇮🇳 पायदान
🇩🇪 Fußschemel
🇮🇩 bangku kaki
🇺🇦 підставка для ніг
🇵🇱 podnóżek
🇯🇵 足台 (ashidai)
🇫🇷 repose-pieds
🇪🇸 reposapiés
🇹🇷 ayak taburesi
🇰🇷 발판 (balpan)
🇸🇦 مسند القدمين
🇨🇿 podnožka
🇸🇰 podnožka
🇨🇳 脚凳 (jiǎo dèng)
🇸🇮 podnožje
🇮🇸 fótskammel
🇰🇿 аяқ қойғыш
🇬🇪 ფეხის სკამი (pekhi skami)
🇦🇿 ayaq altlığı
🇲🇽 reposapiés
Etymology
The word 'footstool' originated from the combination of 'foot' and 'stool', dating back to the 14th century. Stools have been used for seating and support for centuries, with footstools specifically designed for resting one's feet comfortably. The concept of footstools has evolved over time to become a common piece of furniture in households around the world, providing comfort and relaxation.
See also: feet, foot, footage, football, footfall, footgear, foothold, footing, footmark, footpath, footprint, footrest, footrests, footstep, footwear, footy.