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Sofa

SOH-fuh

A long upholstered seat with a back and arms, for multiple people.

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Meaning & usage

A sofa is a long upholstered seat typically designed to accommodate multiple people. It often features a backrest and armrests, providing comfort in living rooms and lounges. The term 'sofa' is widely used in English-speaking countries and is synonymous with 'couch' in some regions.

In a sentence

She bought a new sofa to match the decor of her living room.

As seen in crosswords

Sofa is a 4-letter answer. A typical clue:

“A long upholstered seat with a back and arms, for multiple people” (4)

Category: General Origin: Arabic

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