divan

/ˈdaɪvæn/

Definitions

1. noun

A long, upholstered seat, typically low to the ground, for sitting or reclining, often found in Middle Eastern or Indian architecture.

“The tourists sat on the divan in the palace and admired its intricate carvings.”

Synonyms

  • settee
  • sofa

Antonyms

  • armchair
  • stool