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sofa

upholstered seat / couch / settee
Noun
pl: sofas

This term describes a piece of furniture designed for lounging and social interaction, typically evoking a sense of domestic comfort and relaxation. It is often used interchangeably with couch, though in some interior design contexts, a sofa is viewed as a more formal piece of furniture intended for a living room, whereas a couch might be seen as more casual. As a standard countable noun, it follows regular English pluralization rules. There are no irregular grammatical properties or partitive requirements associated with this word.

Meanings

Noun

A long upholstered seat with a back and arms, designed for two or more people to sit on.

"They bought a comfortable leather sofa for the living room."

Noun

A piece of furniture similar to a sofa but typically without arms.

"The guest room is furnished with a simple sofa."

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