biclinium

/ˈbaɪklɪniəm/

Definitions

1. noun

A two-seated couch or sofa, especially in ancient Roman architecture.

“The museum had a collection of ancient Roman furniture, including a beautiful biclinium for displaying fine silks.”

2. noun

In botany, the stalk or stem of a pinecone, especially the lower part.

“The pinecone’s biclinium held the seeds tightly in place.”

Synonyms

  • bench
  • couch
  • settee
  • sofa

Antonyms

  • armchair
  • throne