armrest

noun

arm·​rest ˈärm-ˌrest How to pronounce armrest (audio)
: a support for the arm

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Plus to operate the vehicle with just the fob, the card needs to be sitting on the armrest. Scott Kramer, Forbes, 21 Jan. 2025 These chairs all feature many adjustment points (like armrests, lumbar support, and seat depth), and most have high backs to support your entire spine. Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 23 Dec. 2024 Mugsy snuggles up to me, resting his head on the armrest of the oversized chair. Gwen Faulkenberry, arkansasonline.com, 19 Dec. 2024 The seating configurations come in single, double or groups of four and each one has a privacy screen hidden in the armrest to minimize disturbance and optimize the viewing experience. Caroline Reid, Forbes, 20 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for armrest 

Word History

First Known Use

1849, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of armrest was in 1849

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“Armrest.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/armrest. Accessed 6 Feb. 2025.

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