armrest

[ahrm-rest]

noun

1. a projecting, often padded support for the forearm, as at the side of a chair or sofa or between seats in a theater, car, or airplane.

armrest

/ ˈɑːmˌrɛst /

noun

1. Sometimes shortened to: arm. the part of a chair, sofa, etc, that supports the arm

Word History and Origins

Origin of armrest¹

First recorded in 1885–90; arm ¹ + rest ¹

Example Sentences

Lights down, armrest gripped, teeth clenched - just an average evening at the cinema for a horror film fan.

From BBC

The deep, customizable couch features backrests and armrests you can mold with just a touch of your hand.

From Los Angeles Times

A good place to start might be by loosening the grip of your hands from your armrests.

From Los Angeles Times

She describes the picturesque salon vividly, from the Jafra products to Patrick Nagel prints on the wall and the armrest ashtrays.

From Los Angeles Times

Boys at school would try to use my head or shoulders as an armrest.

From Salon