love seat

noun

: a double chair, sofa, or settee for two persons

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This writer can vouch that the Red Barrel love seat works wonders at leveling up a teeny balcony in need of furnishing. Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 27 Mar. 2025 This modern and modular outdoor option comes in both a love seat and a three-seater-sofa sizing to best suit your back patio and 10 fabric choices. Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 24 June 2025 Ticket cost is affected by seat comfort (a $30 ticket can get you a plush love seat). Jenna Thompson, Kansas City Star, 23 June 2025 The main bedroom included a four-poster mahogany bed, a fireplace, a love seat, and a small table, while the bathroom offered dual vanities, ample closet space, and a deep soaking tub. Carole Dixon, Travel + Leisure, 18 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for love seat

Word History

First Known Use

1847, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of love seat was in 1847

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“Love seat.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/love%20seat. Accessed 13 Jul. 2025.

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love seat

noun
: a sofa for two persons

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