swivel chair

noun

: a chair that swivels on its base

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Your rolling swivel chair is not the smart choice here. — Jenny McCoy, SELF, 23 Mar. 2026 Among the standout pieces are a plush swivel chair that invites you to curl up with a good book, and a sleek nightstand that helps keep your bedside clutter-free. — Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 25 June 2026 The home is impeccably comfortable, equipped with a cocooning swivel chair to take in views of the bay plus a fireplace for snug evenings on the sofa. — Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 19 Mar. 2026 The swivel chairs feature plush cushions that are also waterproof, removable, and washable. — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for swivel chair

Word History

First Known Use

1860, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of swivel chair was in 1860

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swivel chair

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: a chair that swivels on its base
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