chaise

Meanings

• noun

  A type of long, low chair with a high, adjustable back and often having arms, rests for the feet, and a reclining position.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with chaise
braise , blaze , phase

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Variants

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chaise , chaises , chaise longue , chaise longues , chaises longues , chaise lounge , chaise lounges , chaises lounges , post chaise , post chaises

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Etymology

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French: chair 'seat' + long 'long'

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Trivia

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1. The chaise longue was a favorite piece of furniture for Napoleon Bonaparte, who had one transported with him during his campaigns.

2. In ancient Egypt, chaise longues were used as portable beds for the pharaohs and their queens.

3. The term 'chaise lounge' is often used interchangeably with 'chaise longue', but technically, a chaise lounge is a chaise longue with a cushioned seat and back, while a chaise longue refers specifically to the reclining chair without the cushions.

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Related Concepts

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1. sofa: A larger piece of furniture that can seat multiple people, often with a back and arms. While similar to a chaise longue, it is not reclining and does not have adjustable back support.

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Culture

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The chaise longue, also known as a 'lounge chair' or 'recliner chair', has been a popular furniture piece since the 17th century. It has been featured in various works of art and literature, symbolizing luxury, relaxation, and comfort.

How to Memorize "chaise"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a long, comfortable chair with a high, adjustable back and a place for your feet to rest. Picture yourself relaxing in this chair, reclining and enjoying the comfort.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'chaise' with the idea of comfort and relaxation. Think of a luxurious spa or a cozy living room with a chaise longue as the centerpiece.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the phrase 'Chaise: Comfortable, High, Adjustable, Support' to help remember the definition and features of the chaise longue.

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