Definition

An object, such as a vehicle or piece of furniture, designed to accommodate a certain number of people sitting down.

Example

The new car model is a five-seater, perfect for families.

Conversation

Have you seen that new seater sofa at the store?

Yeah, it looks really comfy!

I think it would be perfect for movie nights.

Definitely! We could fit so many friends on that seater.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Seater → It is formed from "seat" (from Old English "sæte", meaning a place to sit) and "-er" (meaning a person who). The word "seater" refers to a person who sits or a designated place for sitting.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'seat' as a place to sit, and the '-er' indicates a person or thing associated with it. So, a seater is someone who sits or a place designated for sitting.

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