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Settee

Definition

A piece of furniture for two or three people to sit on, typically upholstered and often found in living rooms or parlours. (informal) A sofa or couch, especially a smaller one.

Example Sentences

1The settee in our living room is where we spend most of our evenings reading or watching TV.
2She carefully arranged the cushions on the settee to make it look more inviting.
3My grandmother's parlour had a beautiful antique settee that had been passed down through generations.
4We need to reupholster the settee in the guest room; it's starting to look a bit worn.
5The small settee in the corner of the room was the perfect spot for a quiet conversation.

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