Armchair ( noun , adjective )

(As a noun)

Armchair ( noun )

1. A comfortable chair with arms and a back, typically upholstered.
2. An expert or a person who gives opinions on a subject, especially on the basis of theoretical rather than practical knowledge.

Origin:

Late 17th century: from arm1 + chair. the original armchairs had arms to support the sitter.

Examples:

1. He sat in his armchair and read the newspaper.
2. She bought a new armchair for the living room.
3. He was an armchair expert on the subject of history.
4. The armchair was comfortable and inviting.
5. The armchair general was criticized for not having any real combat experience.

(As an adjective)

Armchair ( adjective )

1. A comfortable chair with arms and a back, typically upholstered.
2. An expert or a person who gives opinions on a subject, especially on the basis of theoretical rather than practical knowledge.

Origin:

Late 17th century: from arm1 + chair. the original armchairs had arms to support the sitter.

Examples:

1. He sat in his armchair and read the newspaper.
2. She bought a new armchair for the living room.
3. He was an armchair expert on the subject of history.
4. The armchair was comfortable and inviting.
5. The armchair general was criticized for not having any real combat experience.