settee
Translation
sofa, couch, settee
Examples
We have a new leather settee in the living room.
We have a new leather sofa in the living room.
The cat is sleeping on the settee.
The cat is sleeping on the sofa.
Grammar Patterns
a long comfortable seat with a back and arms, for two or more people. The cat is sleeping on the settee.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sofa, couch
Etymology
From 'settle' (a long wooden bench), which comes from Old English 'setl' meaning 'a seat'. The '-ee' suffix is possibly from French influence.
Memory Tips
Imagine inviting people to 'sit' on the 'settee'. It sounds like 'sit-tee'.