armrest

noun

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

Examples of armrest in a Sentence

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Airplane tray tables, seatbelt buckles and armrests are known to be among the dirtiest surfaces onboard. Isabelle Rodney, CNN Money, 20 May 2025 Depending on the model, the cup holder may be integrated into the armrest, attached to the frame or part of an accessory flap. Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 19 May 2025 Maybe a few rows with armrests for everyone—so nobody has to share. Matt Villano, AFAR Media, 16 Apr. 2025 Other videos on their TikTok account show Molly stretching out with her paw on the armrest, watching TV with her owners, from crime investigation shows, football games, and even podcasts. Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for armrest

Word History

First Known Use

1849, in the meaning defined above

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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 25 May. 2025.

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