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settee

noun

se-ˈtē

Definition of settee

as in couch

a long upholstered piece of furniture designed for several sitters the young couple snuggled on the settee

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Recent Examples of settee Of course, the elegant bar paired with a forward-facing lounge, and a wraparound settee forms a natural center for conversation and an expansive sun lounge extends the atmosphere of leisure aft. — Bill Springer, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2026 Andy hopped onto a nearby settee and wagged his tail. — Margaret Moorman, New Yorker, 22 Feb. 2026 Favorites include a tweed couch by Milo Baughman, a settee by Rodney Kinsman, a Siesta chair by Ingmar Relling, and a Bruce Sienkowski armchair. — Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 12 Feb. 2026 The furniture is made of mahogany, teak and rattan and includes upholstered seating, accent tables, benches and settees and handwoven rugs. — Nollyanne Delacruz, Mercury News, 17 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for settee

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My accommodations unfolded in a graceful series of rooms with couches, a four-poster bed, and a dual-vanity bathroom.

— Samantha Falewée, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Oct. 2026
Today, thieves barely need to leave the comfort of their own couch.

— Mike McRae October 20, New Atlas, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of couch

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

Definition of sofa

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