Definition

A soft bag filled with small pellets or beans, often used as a chair or for playing games.

Example

The kids enjoyed sitting on the beanbag while watching movies.

Conversation

Have you seen my beanbag? I can't find it anywhere.

I think I saw it in the living room earlier today.

Oh, good! I love lounging on that beanbag while watching movies.

It's so comfy, I could fall asleep on it!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Beanbag → The word is formed from "bean" (from Old English "bean", meaning a seed or legume) and "bag" (from Old Norse "baggi", meaning a sack or pouch). A beanbag is essentially a bag filled with beans or similar materials, used for seating or lounging.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'seed' ('bean') inside a 'sack' ('bag') — that's what a beanbag is, a bag filled with beans.

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