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Recliner: meaning, definitions and examples

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recliner

 

[ rɪˈklaɪnər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

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

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

Word origin

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.