chair — a seat with a back and legs for one person
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a seat with a back and legs for one person
Pronunciation (IPA): /tʃer/
Example Sentences
- The cat claimed the most expensive chair as its personal throne.
- She's been chairing this committee for three years now.
- Musical chairs is fun until you're the one left standing.
chair
NOUN[/tʃer/]
a seat with a back and legs for one person
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Old French 'chaiere' in the 13th century, which came from Latin 'cathedra' meaning 'seat' or 'chair'. Originally signifying a seat of authority, the term eventually developed the meaning of 'chairman' or 'presiding officer'.
Breakdown
Latin cathedra (seat, throne) → Old French chaiere → Middle English chaire → Modern English chair. The word retained its sense of formal seating, particularly associated with positions of authority.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The cat claimed the most expensive chair as its personal throne.”
“She's been chairing this committee for three years now.”
“Musical chairs is fun until you're the one left standing.”
“This ergonomic chair has improved my posture significantly.”
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