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Definition of loveseat

loveseat

/ˈlʌv.siːt/
love · seat
Plural:loveseats
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• noun

1

A small upholstered sofa designed to comfortably accommodate exactly two people.

Example

"They bought a matching loveseat and armchair to complete the cozy arrangement in their living room."

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• Nearby Words

love lies bleeding
love-in-a-mist
lovebird
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lox
lozenge

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the early 20th century as a portmanteau of 'love' and 'seat'. The furniture piece itself dates back to the late 17th century, originally designed with extra width to accommodate women's large hoop dresses, but it later became associated with seating for a courting couple.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Loveseat. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/loveseat
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