Recliner: meaning, definitions and examples
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recliner
[ rɪˈklaɪnər ]
furniture
A recliner is a type of chair with a backrest that can be tilted back and a footrest that can be raised to allow the sitter to recline in a comfortable position.
Synonyms
armchair, chaise lounge, easy chair.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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recliner |
Suitable for describing a type of chair that can be leaned back with a footrest that can be extended, often used for comfort and relaxation, particularly in living rooms.
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armchair |
Refers to a chair with supports for the arms, typically more formal and can be used in both living rooms and offices.
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chaise lounge |
Describes a long chair for reclining, often used outdoors or in luxurious indoor settings, providing space to stretch out one's legs.
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easy chair |
A general term for a comfortable, upholstered chair, typically used in casual settings for relaxation.
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Examples of usage
- I love to relax in my recliner after a long day at work.
- She fell asleep in the recliner while watching TV.
Translations
Translations of the word "recliner" in other languages:
🇵🇹 cadeira reclinável
🇮🇳 रीक्लाइनर कुर्सी
🇩🇪 Liegesessel
🇮🇩 kursi malas
🇺🇦 розкладне крісло
🇵🇱 fotel rozkładany
🇯🇵 リクライニングチェア
🇫🇷 fauteuil inclinable
🇪🇸 reclinable
🇹🇷 yatarlı koltuk
🇰🇷 리클라이너 의자
🇸🇦 كرسي مائل
🇨🇿 polohovací křeslo
🇸🇰 polohovateľné kreslo
🇨🇳 躺椅
🇸🇮 naslanjač
🇮🇸 legustóll
🇰🇿 жантайғыш орындық
🇬🇪 დასაწოლა სავარძელი
🇦🇿 reklayner kreslo
🇲🇽 reclinable
Etymology
The term 'recliner' originated in the early 20th century, derived from the verb 'recline' which means to lean back or lie down in a relaxed position. Recliners have been popular in homes for their comfort and relaxation benefits, offering a cozy spot to unwind and rest.
Word Frequency Rank
This word's position of #30,665 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.
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