Definition of chesterfieldnext
as in couch
a long upholstered piece of furniture designed for several sitters bought a huge new chesterfield for the living room

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Recent Examples of chesterfield Avoid overstuffed recliners, chesterfields, and cloud sofas. — Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 12 Jan. 2026 Geometric chandeliers in the restaurant and bars add art deco flair, while chesterfields and wingback chairs create inviting nooks in the Library Lounge, which faces a private yacht marina. — Jennifer Flowers, AFAR Media, 3 Apr. 2025 Leather chesterfields and fireplace nooks dotted the warehouse-esqe foyer where towering machinery replaced bouquets on mahogany tables. — Marlise Kast-Myers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Dec. 2023 As for overnight guests, you'll be housed in one of Cedar Lake Estate's cozy cottages, suites, or cabins spread across the property, each featuring rustic chic furniture and decor, from oversized chesterfields to wooden barn doors. — Stefanie Waldek, Travel + Leisure, 21 Nov. 2023 The Crystorama chandelier and sconces paired with the Frontgate chesterfield sofa and side chairs add glam. — Kelly Allen, House Beautiful, 11 Aug. 2021
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Noun
  • The adjacent bar feels like a cozy café, with big, comfortable couches and coffee tables topped with design and photography books.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Oct. 2026
  • Although the entrance was barricaded by a refrigerator and a couch, Gentry found a way inside and all three hostages were saved without injury, Mekosch said.
    — Shambhavi Rimal, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • The sofa is often the single largest expense in a living room, but the pieces around it drive much of the room’s visual impact.
    — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 23 Oct. 2026
  • Jorja Smith also appeared on the show, performing live before joining the other guests on the sofa.
    — K.J. Yossman, Variety, 23 Oct. 2026

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“Chesterfield.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chesterfield. Accessed 29 Oct. 2026.

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