chaise

noun

ˈshāz 

ˈshez

1

: any of various light horse-drawn vehicles: such as

a

: a 2-wheeled carriage for one or two persons with a folding top

b

: post chaise

2

: chaise longue

Examples of chaise in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The living room has a wall of north-facing windows and more than enough space for a dining table and a chaise sectional. — Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 27 July 2026

The dog days of summer are upon us, and maxing out your staycation starts with this outdoor chaise lounger. — Better Homes & Gardens, 27 July 2026

Available in performance fabric and three leg finishes, this sectional couch is ideal for a tiny living space and a major upgrade from a smaller loveseat thanks to the chaise addition. — Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 16 July 2026

This tropical mocktail is just begging for a spot by your chaise longe. — Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 2 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

French, chair, chaise, alteration of Old French chaiere chair

First Known Use

1701, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing chaise

• chaise longue
• chaise lounge
• post chaise

Rhymes for chaise

• baize
• bays
• blase
• blaze
• braes
• braze
• claes
• clays
• craze
• dais
• days
• daze

Kids Definition

chaise

noun

ˈshāz 

1

: a two-wheeled carriage with a folding top

2

: chaise longue