sofa
/ˈsəʊfə
/noun
A long upholstered seat with a back and arms, for two or more people: [as modifier]: sofa cushions...
- There were two sofas, and three armchairs scattered around a glass coffee table.
- The children sat back on their armchairs and sofas and settled back to their thinking.
- This room is of a generous size and there is plenty of space for sofas, chairs and a dining table.
Synonyms
settee, couch, divan, chaise longue, love seat, chesterfield, Knole sofa;
sofa bed;
British put-you-up;
French canapé, tête-à-tête;
North American davenport, day bed, studio couch, sectional
rare squab
Origin
Early 17th century: from French, based on Arabic ṣuffa.