swivel chair

noun

: a chair that swivels on its base

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The swivel chairs feature plush cushions that are also waterproof, removable, and washable. Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 June 2026 Among the standout pieces are a plush swivel chair that invites you to curl up with a good book, and a sleek nightstand that helps keep your bedside clutter-free. Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 25 June 2026 This elegant piece is upholstered in a durable performance velvet and, while not technically a swivel chair, the front legs are equipped with front caster wheels for easy pivoting. Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 12 June 2026 The Midnight Garden Dining Room by the House of Pontovi, for example, has an Italian Murano glass chandelier, feminine Art Deco-style swivel chairs with flapper-style fringe and a gold-leaf ceiling that has replaced Calico Corners fabric. Lisa Boone, Los Angeles Times, 29 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for swivel chair

Word History

First Known Use

1860, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of swivel chair was in 1860

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“Swivel chair.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/swivel%20chair. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

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swivel chair

noun
: a chair that swivels on its base
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