recliner

noun
UK /rɪˈklaɪnə/
US /rɪˈklaɪnər/

A recliner is a soft chair that you can lean back in to rest.

Grandpa fell asleep in his recliner while watching TV.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A person or thing that reclines or leans back.

The recliner on the beach towel soaked up the sun all afternoon.

3. A mechanism or device that allows a seat to tilt backward.

The mechanic fixed the recliner so the seat would lean back smoothly.

4. A type of dental or medical chair that tilts the patient backward.

The dentist adjusted the recliner before starting the checkup.