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1armchair
noun arm·chair \ˈärm-ˌcher\
: a chair with supports for your arms
Full Definition of ARMCHAIR
: a chair with armrests
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First Known Use of ARMCHAIR
1633
Rhymes with ARMCHAIR
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2armchair
adjective
—used to describe people who like to read about or watch the dangerous or exciting activities of other people
—used to describe people who like to give opinions about matters they do not have to deal with themselves and do not have responsibility for
Full Definition of ARMCHAIR
1
: remote from direct dealing with problems : theoretical rather than practical <armchair strategists>
2
: sharing vicariously in another's experiences <an armchair traveler>
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First Known Use of ARMCHAIR
1858
ARMCHAIR Defined for Kids
armchair
noun arm·chair \ˈärm-ˌcher\
Definition of ARMCHAIR for Kids
: a chair with armrests
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