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armchair

arm·chair

armchair

 
pronunciation:
arm cheIr
parts of speech:
noun, adjective
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part of speech: noun
definition: a chair having supports at the sides for resting one's arms.
 
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part of speech: adjective
definition: lacking direct involvement or practical experience.
An armchair general, he believed he could win the war in a matter of months if he were in charge.He invited his fellow armchair quarterbacks to come watch the big game with him on Sunday.
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