Seat

/siːt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A position or function within a group or organization, especially a position of authority or representation.

After the election, she secured a seat on the city council.

A piece of furniture designed for sitting on, typically consisting of a support structure and a flat surface to sit on.

He pulled out a chair and took a seat at the table.

The place where someone sits or is assigned to sit.

She found her seat in the front row of the auditorium.

verb

To place or arrange someone or something in a seat.

He seated his guests around the dining table.

To be in a position that allows one to sit.

They seated themselves on the sofa to watch a movie.

From Old English 'sǣte', which is of Germanic origin.

take a seat

To sit down; to find a place to sit.

seat of power

The place where authority is held.

front row seat

A prime position to observe or experience something.

seatbelt

A safety harness used in vehicles to secure passengers.

seating

The arrangement of seats or the act of providing seats.

seated

Having taken a seat; being in a sitting position.

To be seated or to sit down.

Yo, just seat yourself over there.

A term used to describe a specific place in a vehicle or venue.

We need to grab the best seat at the concert.