Definition

The part of a chair or seat that supports the back of a person sitting down.

Example

She adjusted the seatback for more comfort during the long flight.

Conversation

Did you notice how uncomfortable the seatback was on the bus yesterday?

Yeah, it really made the ride feel much longer than it was.

I wish they would upgrade those chairs to something better.

Definitely! A good seatback can make all the difference on a trip.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Seatback → It is formed from "seat" (from Old English *sæt*, meaning a place to sit) and "back" (from Old English *bæc*, meaning the rear part). The word "seatback" refers to the back part of a seat, providing support for the person sitting.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'place to sit' ('seat') and the 'rear part' ('back') that supports you while sitting. This helps you remember that a seatback is the part of the seat that supports your back.

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