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Reclining may refer to being in a: * Reclining chair or recliner, being in an armchair or sofa that adjusts so that the back rest lowers and a footrest rises to allow a person to recline in a comfortable position * Reclining position or supine, the anatomical term to describe the body being on its back, face up {{disambig ...
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Recliner
A recliner is an armchair or sofa that reclines when the occupant lowers the chair's back and raises its front. It has a backrest that can be tilted back, and often a footrest that may be extended by means of a lever on the side of the chair, or may extend automatically when the back is reclined. A recliner is also known as a ''reclining chair'', ''lounger'' and an ''armchair''. Modern recliners often feature an adjustable headrest, lumbar support and an independent footstool that adjusts with the weight and angle of the user's legs to maximize comfort. Additional features include heat, massage and vibration. Some models are wheelchair accessible. Recliners can also accommodate a near supine position for sleeping (making them a multifunctional furniture), and are common in airplanes and trains, as well as in homes. Etymology The word recline was first used in the 1660s. Beginning in 1880, the word recliner was used to describe a type of chair. History Around 1850, the Frenc ...
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