settee

[ set-tee ]

noun

1. a seat for two or more persons, having a back and usually arms, and often upholstered.

settee

/ sɛˈtiː /

noun

1. a seat, for two or more people, with a back and usually with arms

Word History and Origins

Origin of settee¹

First recorded in 1710–20; perhaps variant of settle ²

Word History and Origins

Origin of settee¹

C18: changed from settle ²

Example Sentences

“Lots of people can relate to it. You’re trying to find a penny. You’re literally looking down your settee to see if you can find a quid.”

From BBC

She recalls waking up lying on a settee in a completely different room, with double vision and her whole body shaking.

From BBC

They sat sideways on the settee because of their bustles, waiting for visitors who never came.

From Literature

She sold flatware, stemware and linens, setting the pieces out on antique furniture — marble topped butcher tables, rattan settees, Art Deco bars — which, because customers asked, she began to sell too.

From New York Times

Jimenez likes a backless settee or daybed placed in front of a fireplace, so people can admire the flames facing one way and turn to converse with others in the opposite direction.

From Seattle Times

Related Words

• love seat
• sofa