释义 |
mar·tha wash·ing·ton chair \ˈmärthəˈwä]shiŋtən-, -wȯ]\ noun Usage: usually capitalized M&W Etymology: after Martha Washington died 1802 wife of George Washington : a chair that has a high flat back, upholstery on seat and back, and open arms or none, is usually framed in mahogany, and was originally used in the later part of the 18th century |