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ottoman (noun)

An ottoman is a piece of furniture consisting of a padded, upholstered seat or low bench without a back or arms. It is commonly used as a footstool, a coffee table alternative, or for extra seating in a living room.

💬 Example

"She rested her legs on the ottoman after a long day of work."

💡 Memory Tip

Think of an 'Auto-Man' (a robot) who is so tired he needs to sit down and put his feet on an 'Ottoman.'

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⚠️ Common Mistakes

Capitalizing 'ottoman' when talking about furniture. → I bought a new ottoman.

Using 'stool' for every backless seat. → I'm resting my feet on the ottoman.

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