What does STOOL mean?

Stool

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A seat without a back or arms, typically resting on three or four legs or on a pedestal.

Pronunciation (US): /stuːl/

Pronunciation (UK): /stuːl/

Origin and Usage: The word "stool" originated in Middle English from Old English "stōl", meaning "seat". It has been used since the 13th century to describe a seat without a back or arms. The word "stool" has also been used to describe a piece of furniture used by a person sitting at a desk or table.

Synonyms: Seat, chair, bench, ottoman, footstool

Related Words: Chair, bench, table, desk, couch

Example Sentences:

• She sat on a stool at the kitchen counter while she ate her breakfast.
• He pulled up a stool and ordered a drink at the bar.
• The musician sat on a stool while he played his guitar.