side chair

noun

: a chair without arms used usually in a dining room

Examples of side chair in a Sentence

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The furniture was designed by Oma or on loan from Christie’s, which was the case with two wooden side chairs, circa 1956, by Frank Lloyd Wright. Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 18 Oct. 2024 Sharon upholstered side chairs: on sale for $299 Original price: $399 This set of two Sharon upholstered side chairs gets high reviews from Wayfair customers for their look and superior quality. Nora Colomer, Fox News, 4 Oct. 2024 Sofas Allegheny Faux Leather Accent Chair: on sale for $129.99 Original price: $399 This side chair blends modern style with a hint of rustic charm for a standout addition to your living room or den. Nora Colomer, Fox News, 4 Oct. 2024 While that combination may be considered bohemian, Jennifer refers to the curved edges of the nearby side chair as midcentury. Kelly Dawson, Architectural Digest, 7 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for side chair 

Word History

First Known Use

1582, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of side chair was in 1582

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“Side chair.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/side%20chair. Accessed 8 Nov. 2024.

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