chesterfield

noun

ches·​ter·​field ˈche-stər-ˌfēld 

1

: a single-breasted or double-breasted semifitted overcoat with velvet collar

2

: a davenport usually with upright armrests

Synonyms

• couch
• davenport
• divan
• lounge
• settee
• sofa
• squab

Examples of chesterfield in a Sentence

bought a huge new chesterfield for the living room

Recent Examples on the Web

Leather chesterfields and fireplace nooks dotted the warehouse-esqe foyer where towering machinery replaced bouquets on mahogany tables. —Marlise Kast-Myers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Dec. 2023

As for overnight guests, you'll be housed in one of Cedar Lake Estate's cozy cottages, suites, or cabins spread across the property, each featuring rustic chic furniture and decor, from oversized chesterfields to wooden barn doors. —Stefanie Waldek, Travel + Leisure, 21 Nov. 2023

Stained white oak sets a cozy mood accentuated by leather chairs and a modern chesterfield sofa. —Sally Finder Weepie, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 July 2022

The Crystorama chandelier and sconces paired with the Frontgate chesterfield sofa and side chairs add glam. —Kelly Allen, House Beautiful, 11 Aug. 2021

Standout pieces include a new chandelier and chairs by Jonathan Adler, a custom chesterfield sofa by Interior Define, and a CB2 rug. —Kelly Allen, House Beautiful, 21 July 2021

Built on the shores of 3.8-mile-long Lake Quinault, with a backdrop of mountains, the 91-room (plus one suite) lodge features soaring beams, a crackling fireplace, and chesterfield leather chairs and couches. —BostonGlobe.com, 19 May 2021

Tiefenbrun’s studio is warm and welcoming, with beautiful burgundy walls, chesterfield leather sofas, a three-way mirror, and jazz music playing softly in the background. —Fortune, 24 Nov. 2019

The consignment sale includes everything from an all-in-one Baccarat Cave à Liqueur for $3,795 to a Victorian-style chesterfield sofa for $2,000. —Monique Valeris, ELLE Decor, 21 Nov. 2019

Word History

Etymology

from a 19th century Earl of Chesterfield

First Known Use

1852, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

chesterfield

noun

ches·​ter·​field ˈches-tər-ˌfēld 

1

: an overcoat with a velvet collar

2

: a sofa with arms

Etymology

named for a 19th century Earl of Chesterfield, English nobleman

Geographical Definition

Chesterfield

geographical name

Ches·​ter·​field ˈche-stər-ˌfēld 

1

city in eastern Missouri west of Saint Louis population 47,484

2

town south of Sheffield in Derbyshire, north central England population 99,700

Biographical Definition

Chesterfield

biographical name

Ches·​ter·​field ˈche-stər-ˌfēld 

4th Earl of 1694–1773 Philip Dormer Stanhope ˈsta-nəp  English statesman and author