seat
0 antonyms and opposites of seat, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A piece of furniture or part of one designed for a person to sit on.
How to use seat
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old English "sǣte" and Old Norse "sæti," both going back to a very old root meaning "to sit."
Full origin of seat →Frequently asked questions
What does “seat” mean?
The word “seat” means a piece of furniture or part of one designed for a person to sit on. In plain terms, something to sit on, a position (like in government), or the act of sitting someone down / holding a certain number of people.
How do you pronounce “seat”?
“Seat” is pronounced seet (/siːt/ in IPA).
How do you use “seat” in a sentence?
Here is “seat” used in a sentence: “Please take a seat while you wait.”
What part of speech is “seat”?
Depending on how it is used, “seat” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “seat” come from?
The word “seat” comes from Old English. From Old English "sǣte" and Old Norse "sæti," both going back to a very old root meaning "to sit.".
Is “seat” a common word?
“Seat” is a very common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A1 level.
How many meanings does “seat” have?
“Seat” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a piece of furniture or part of one designed for a person to sit on.
What is the difference between a seat and a chair?
A chair is one specific kind of seat: a separate piece of furniture with a back and usually four legs, meant for one person. 'Seat' is the broader term for anything designed to sit on — including benches, stools, sofas, and car seats. Every chair is a seat, but not every seat is a chair.
What are the types of seats?
Seats come in many forms. Common examples include chairs, benches, stools, sofas, and armchairs for the home; car seats, aeroplane seats, and saddles for travel; and pews or stadium seating in public places. Any surface built to support a seated person counts as a seat.
What are other meanings of 'seat'?
Beyond furniture, seat has several senses. In politics it means an elected position, as in a seat in Parliament. It can name a centre of activity — a seat of learning or the seat of government. As a verb, to seat someone is to show them where to sit.