armchair

English

/ˈɑː(ɹ)mtʃɛə(ɹ)/, /ˈɑɹmtʃɛɚ/

noun
Definitions
  • A chair with supports for the arms or elbows.

Etymology

Affix from English arm (poor, the upper limb of the body, equip with a weapon) + English chair.

Origin

English

chair

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