word
French
Chaise longue
SHAYZ LONG
/ʃeɪz lɒŋ/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
chaiselongue
Dictionary meaning
A long chair on which one can recline and stretch out one's legs.
History and origin
French
Common mispronunciations
CHAYZ LOUNGE (it's not a lounge)
Pronunciation tips
French for 'long chair'; in American English often called 'chaise lounge'.
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