armrest

noun

arm·​rest ˈärm-ˌrest How to pronounce armrest (audio)
: a support for the arm

Examples of armrest in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web With a curved back, a deep seat, and an armrest, the water-resistant chair is perfect for lounging. Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 23 May 2024 Width of airplane seats is typically defined as the distance between a seat’s armrests. Zach Wichter, USA TODAY, 22 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for armrest 

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Word History

First Known Use

1849, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of armrest was in 1849

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“Armrest.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/armrest. Accessed 29 May. 2024.

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