recliner

noun

re·​clin·​er ri-ˈklī-nər 

: a chair with an adjustable back and footrest

Examples of recliner in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

But the comfiest recliners in the world aren’t worth what they’re made of if there aren’t incredible and worthy films to be showcased on our giant screens. — Adam Aron, Variety, 29 July 2026

Rather than acquiesce to the political advisor's preferred La-Z-Boy-style recliner, the designer reupholstered a roomy lounge chair and ottoman in floral fabric, preserving comfort while bringing it into the home’s off-kilter orbit. — Leonora Epstein, Architectural Digest, 22 July 2026

By then, Winters was experiencing worsening episodes of dizziness, and had started spending most of his time in his recliner. — Maggie Harrison Dupré, Futurism, 22 July 2026

Dolby Cinema auditoriums are always optimized with good sightlines and comfortable recliners as well. — Benny Har-Even, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1882, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for recliner

• airliner
• combiner
• designer
• diviner
• eyeliner
• headliner
• pulvinar
• refiner
• diner
• finer
• liner
• miner