recliner

noun

re·​clin·​er ri-ˈklī-nər How to pronounce recliner (audio)
: a chair with an adjustable back and footrest

Examples of recliner in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web But the oversized, dark brown, faux leather sofa and loveseat recliners in my beach condo were all function and no form. Marni Jameson, The Mercury News, 23 May 2024 Anyone looking to add some serious luxury to their living room should check out Jennifer Furniture’s set of grey leather recliners. Fox News, 21 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for recliner 

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Word History

First Known Use

1882, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of recliner was in 1882

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“Recliner.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/recliner. Accessed 6 Jun. 2024.

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