shebeli

/ˈʃɛbəli/

Definitions

1. noun

A shebeli is an ancient Middle Eastern, North African, or Asian chair or stool with a low back and often a footrest.

“In the museum, they displayed an intricately carved shebeli from the 16th century.”

Synonyms

  • divan
  • ottoman

Antonyms

  • armchair
  • sofa