love seat

noun

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: a double chair, sofa, or settee for two persons

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This modern and modular outdoor option comes in both a love seat and a three-seater-sofa sizing to best suit your back patio and 10 fabric choices. — Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 24 June 2025 Ticket cost is affected by seat comfort (a $30 ticket can get you a plush love seat). — Jenna Thompson, Kansas City Star, 23 June 2025 The main bedroom included a four-poster mahogany bed, a fireplace, a love seat, and a small table, while the bathroom offered dual vanities, ample closet space, and a deep soaking tub. — Carole Dixon, Travel + Leisure, 18 June 2025 Wayfair is also known to host sales almost daily, and at the time of publishing, the love seat was discounted for a whopping 84% off. — Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 27 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for love seat

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First Known Use

1847, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of love seat was in 1847

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love seat

noun
: a sofa for two persons

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