Definition

A type of light carriage or vehicle, often with two wheels, designed for one or two people, sometimes having a folding top.

Example

They took a ride in a beautiful chaise through the park.

Conversation

I saw a beautiful chaise at the furniture store yesterday.

That sounds nice! What did it look like?

It was a comfy, curved design with soft cushions on it.

I can imagine how relaxing it must be to sit on a chaise like that!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Chaise comes from Old French 'chaise' (meaning chair or seat), which is derived from the Latin 'cathedra' (meaning chair or seat). The word 'chaise' refers to a type of chair or seat, particularly one that is designed for comfort or relaxation.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old French word for chair, 'chaise', to remember that it refers to a comfortable seat.

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