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armrest

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Noun — The part of a chair or seat that supports a person's arm.

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How to use armrest

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fold down the armrest rest your elbow on the armrest adjustable armrest padded armrest

It's a neutral, everyday word with no formal or informal connotation.

Etymology

Armrest combines arm and rest, describing a support built to hold the arm.

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Frequently asked questions

What is an armrest for?
It's the section of a chair, sofa or vehicle seat that gives your arm somewhere to rest.
Is "armrest" one word or two?
It's usually written as one word, armrest, though arm rest also appears as a variant spelling.
Do all chairs have armrests?
No, many chairs, especially dining chairs, are made without them.

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