armrest

[ ahrm-rest ]

noun

1. a projecting, often padded support for the forearm, as at the side of a chair or sofa or between seats in a theater, car, or airplane.

armrest

/ ˈɑːmˌrɛst /

noun

1. the part of a chair, sofa, etc, that supports the arm Sometimes shortened toarm

Word History and Origins

Origin of armrest¹

First recorded in 1885–90; arm ¹ + rest ¹

Example Sentences

Squish factor: When making the reservation, ask for a table with bench seating, as the chairs all have armrests.

From Salon

Pulsating LED lights are installed in the armrests, adding to an already impressive presentation.

From Los Angeles Times

To resolve any tension, Mr Hanson says people should get used to the idea of having "elbow rests" rather than armrests, and share them.

From BBC

When she refused, the wife stretched her legs and put them on the armrests of her seat, then started scolding her in Cantonese and slapping her arm, the woman said.

From BBC

His motorized wheelchair whirring to life, “Rocket Rod” Foster uses the joystick attached to the end of an armrest to roll forward inside his West Los Angeles apartment.

From Los Angeles Times