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[せ(背)·も·た·れ]
semotare
noun

Alternate Written Forms:

[せ(背)·もた(凭)·れ]
semotare
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Root Words:

[せ(背) + もたれ]
se + motare

English Meaning(s) for 背もたれ

noun
  1. back (of a chair)
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Definition and Synonyms for 背もたれ

Backrest a support that you can lean against while sitting
Synonyms: 背もたれ, 裏, 裏

Meanings for each kanji in 背もたれ

» stature; height; back; behind; disobey; defy; go back on; rebel

Categories 背もたれ is a member of

Support any device that bears the weight of another thing
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Sample Sentences for 背もたれ

That seat reclines further.
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The first thing that came to my attention was the large sofa. It was covered in sober coloured leather, the seat and the back both looked wide and comfortable.
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