armchair

IPA: ˈɑrmtʃɛr

noun

  • A chair with supports for the arms or elbows.

verb

  • To create based on theory or general knowledge rather than data.
  • To theorize based on analysis of data that was gathered previously; to reflect.

adjective

  • (figuratively) Remote from actual involvement, including a person retired from previously active involvement.
  • (figuratively) Unqualified or uninformed but yet giving advice, especially on technical issues, such as law, architecture, medicine, military theory, or sports; relating to such advice.
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Examples of "armchair" in Sentences

  • It's not as easy as it looks from the armchair is it Huckie?
  • Would that not be better than indulging in armchair racial profiling?
  • Hanne's physical restriction gives new meaning to the term "armchair detective."
  • [_Puts hat and cane at end of wardrobe; removes overcoat and places it on back of armchair; sits in armchair_.
  • With its visual linearity and soft and welcoming structure, this armchair is the epitome of extreme and deliberate simplicity.
  • An oversized leather armchair is a comfy touch, a drawer slides out from a small unit to reveal a hairdryer and loads of fresh coffee.
  • A new iPhone application gives a positive new meaning to the term armchair activist, offering users the opportunity to take part in Sea Shepherd s high stakes campaign.
  • A lot of folks might prefer to stay home on a pleasant Sunday afternoon and engage in armchair activism from the comfort of their own homes and cocoons, occasionally talking back to the cable news networks or commenting on a blog.

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