chair

/t͡ʃɛə(ɹ)/noun

A piece of furniture for one person to sit on, with a seat, a back, legs or wheels, and sometimes armrests.

Example sentence

“Pull up a chair and join us at the table.”

Also a verb in meetings: to chair a committee is to lead it, and the leader is the chair or chairperson.

Related words

lampA device that produces light, and sometimes heat or other forms of radiation.tableA piece of furniture with a flat top, used for eating, working, and many other activities.curtainA hanging piece of fabric used to cover a window, bed, or other opening.sofaA long, cushioned seat with a back and arms, big enough for two or more people.carpetA thick woven material that covers an entire floor.furnitureMovable items such as tables, chairs, and beds that make a room useful or attractive.