Definition of armchair
: a chair with armrests
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1585
First Known Use of armchair
1585
armchair
Definition of armchair
1 : remote from direct dealing with problems : theoretical rather than practical armchair strategists
2 : sharing vicariously in another's experiences an armchair traveler
1809
First Known Use of armchair
1809
ARMCHAIR Defined for English Language Learners
Definition of armchair for English Language Learners
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: a chair with supports for your arms
armchair
Definition of armchair for English Language Learners
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—used to describe people who like to read about or watch the dangerous or exciting activities of other people
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—used to describe people who like to give opinions about matters they do not have to deal with themselves and do not have responsibility for
ARMCHAIR Defined for Kids
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playDefinition of armchair for Students
: a chair with armrests
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