chaise
3 synonyms for chaise, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A light, open horse-drawn carriage, typically for one or two people.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use chaise
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
chaise longue
lounge on a chaise
Etymology
Borrowed directly from French chaise ("chair") — a doublet of "chair" and "cathedra."
Full origin of chaise →Frequently asked questions
What does “chaise” mean?
The word “chaise” means a light, open horse-drawn carriage, typically for one or two people. In plain terms, a light carriage, or, more commonly today, short for "chaise longue" (a reclining lounge chair).
How do you pronounce “chaise”?
“Chaise” is pronounced shayz (/ʃeɪz/ in IPA).
How do you use “chaise” in a sentence?
Here is “chaise” used in a sentence: “They rode into town in an old-fashioned chaise.”
What part of speech is “chaise”?
“Chaise” is a noun.
Where does the word “chaise” come from?
The word “chaise” comes from French. Borrowed directly from French chaise ("chair") — a doublet of "chair" and "cathedra.".
How many meanings does “chaise” have?
“Chaise” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a light, open horse-drawn carriage, typically for one or two people.
Related words
chaise longue
