armchair

Word parts

arm + chair

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA ^(key): /ˈɑː(r)mtʃɛə(r)/
• (US) IPA ^(key): /ˈɑrmt͡ʃɛɚ/

• Audio (US)

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Noun

Singular armchair

Plural armchairs

An armchair

1. (countable) An armchair is a big comfortable chair which has a support on each side for your arms.

   She was sitting in an armchair with blankets wrapped round her.

Adjective

Positive armchair

Comparative none

Superlative none

1. An armchair critic, fan, or traveller knows about a particular subject from reading or hearing about it rather than from practical experience.

   This great book is ideal for both the travelling supporter and the armchair fan.