armrest

noun

arm·​rest ˈärm-ˌrest 

: a support for the arm

Examples of armrest in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The floral design has all the charm of your grandmother’s upholstered furniture, and it’s finished with riveted trim and rolled armrests perfect for any traditional space. — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 10 Aug. 2026

There’s even a wireless charging pad in the armrest (as well as USB A and C ports) to keep your devices juiced up. — Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026

Be thorough Travelers usually remember to wipe down the obvious high-touch areas like the tray table, armrests and headrest. — Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 28 July 2026

High-contact areas like seat cushions and armrests can lose their soft, dimensional texture with regular use. — Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 22 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1849, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for armrest

• abreast
• accessed
• addressed
• appressed
• arrest
• assessed
• attest
• backrest
• behest
• bequest
• caressed
• celeste