seater

noun

seat·​er ˈsē-tər How to pronounce seater (audio)
1
: one that seats
2
: one that has a specified number of seats
used in combination
a 2-seater jet

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Unlike the current cramped 7-seater Model Y, the L version adds six inches of length, significantly enhancing head and legroom. Brooke Crothers, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026 Sometimes, space constraints–or simply personal preferences–call for something smaller than the traditional three-seater sofa, which is where the humble loveseat shines. Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 25 June 2026 That includes poetic design signatures that anchor the decor in authenticity, such as luggage racks and vintage lights in a few guest cabins sourced from the original train, as well as a 20-seater cinema with a carpet inspired by Suzanne Lalique’s iconic flower bouquet glass panels. Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 23 June 2026 These four-seaters — mimicking a Dodge Charger, Mazda RX-7, Nissan Skyline GT-R and Toyota Supra — all come complete with working taillights. Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 23 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for seater

Word History

First Known Use

1693, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of seater was in 1693

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“Seater.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/seater. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.

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