Definition of chesterfieldnext
as in couch
a long upholstered piece of furniture designed for several sitters bought a huge new chesterfield for the living room

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Recent Examples of chesterfield Avoid overstuffed recliners, chesterfields, and cloud sofas. Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 12 Jan. 2026 The Crystorama chandelier and sconces paired with the Frontgate chesterfield sofa and side chairs add glam. Kelly Allen, House Beautiful, 11 Aug. 2021 Leather chesterfields and fireplace nooks dotted the warehouse-esqe foyer where towering machinery replaced bouquets on mahogany tables. Marlise Kast-Myers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Dec. 2023 Geometric chandeliers in the restaurant and bars add art deco flair, while chesterfields and wingback chairs create inviting nooks in the Library Lounge, which faces a private yacht marina. Jennifer Flowers, AFAR Media, 3 Apr. 2025 As for overnight guests, you'll be housed in one of Cedar Lake Estate's cozy cottages, suites, or cabins spread across the property, each featuring rustic chic furniture and decor, from oversized chesterfields to wooden barn doors. Stefanie Waldek, Travel + Leisure, 21 Nov. 2023
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Noun
  • The humble accessory that once adorned fainting couches in early 19th-century portraiture is appearing across modern bedrooms, from Ariel Kaye’s house to Brunch With Babs’s Connecticut home to this Palm Beach Spanish-style retreat.
    Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 1 July 2026
  • Article is offering up to 40% off everything from outdoor lounge chairs to couches and more.
    Kelsey Legg, ABC News, 1 July 2026
Noun
  • The living room’s large enough to hold a sofa and a dining nook, and the bedroom can fit a king.
    Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 6 July 2026
  • It's equipped with two sofas and separate chairs that convert into multiple sleeping arrangements, along with two private in-room sinks, restrooms, and showers.
    Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 4 July 2026

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“Chesterfield.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chesterfield. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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