ottoman Definition
- 1a piece of furniture like a large box with a soft top that you can sit on or put your feet on
- 2a low upholstered seat without a back or arms that typically serves also as a box, with the seat hinged to form a lid
Using ottoman: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "ottoman" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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She put her feet up on the ottoman and relaxed.
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The ottoman in the living room doubles as a storage unit.
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He sat on the ottoman while she took the armchair.
ottoman Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with ottoman
a state that lasted from 1299 to 1922, centered in what is now Turkey and extending throughout southeastern Europe, western Asia, and northern Africa
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The Ottoman Empire was one of the largest and longest-lasting empires in history.
the architecture of the Ottoman Empire, which emerged in Bursa and Edirne in 14th and 15th centuries and later spread to Istanbul and other Ottoman cities
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Ottoman architecture is known for its elaborate decoration and use of domes and arches.
the cuisine of the Ottoman Empire, which combined elements of Turkish, Greek, Armenian, and Middle Eastern cuisines
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Ottoman cuisine is characterized by its use of spices, herbs, and vegetables, as well as meat dishes like kebabs and stews.
Origins of ottoman
from French 'ottomane', from Italian 'ottomana', from Arabic 'ʿuṭmānī', after the Ottoman Empire
Summary: ottoman in Brief
An 'ottoman' [ˈɒtəmən] is a type of furniture that serves as a seat or footrest and often has a storage compartment. It can also refer to the Ottoman Empire, a historical state that existed from the 14th to the early 20th century, or to Ottoman architecture and cuisine.
