stool

/stuːl/

Definitions

1. noun

A low, three-legged seat or a short-legged, low-backed chair

“She sat on a stool in the kitchen, eating a snack.”

2. noun

A raised platform for a person to stand on, especially in a laboratory or workshop

“The scientist stood on a stool to reach the high shelf.”

3. noun

A part of the intestinal tract, especially the beginning of the large intestine

“The doctor examined the stool sample under a microscope.”

4. verb

To remove or throw out, especially in disgust or anger

“He stool the dirty water from the bucket.”

5. verb

To pass or move with difficulty, especially through a narrow or crowded place

“The crowd stooled through the narrow alleyway.”

Synonyms

  • bench
  • chair
  • platform
  • seat
  • throne

Antonyms

  • armchair
  • couch
  • sofa