high chair

noun

: a child's chair with long legs, a footrest, and usually a feeding tray

Examples of high chair in a Sentence

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As the post continued, the birthday boy could be seen sitting in his high chair and bib, rocking a Batman mask in his PJs, enjoying an ice cream cone, rocking a full Superman outfit and smiling next to a Lego set. Hannah Sacks, People.com, 5 Feb. 2025 Some of the best family-friendly hostels across Europe include cribs, high chairs and game rooms for the kids. Amelia Edelman, NPR, 25 Jan. 2025 Aside from Jimmy, who is sitting in a high chair all by himself, look at him! Alice Burton, Vulture, 9 Feb. 2025 This baby doll play set includes a crib with a mobile, a high chair, and feeding accessories, giving kids the essentials to care for their dolls. Jacquelyn Smith, Parents, 30 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for high chair

Word History

First Known Use

1913, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of high chair was in 1913

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“High chair.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/high%20chair. Accessed 9 Mar. 2025.

Kids Definition

high chair

noun
: a child's chair with long legs, a feeding tray, and a footrest
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