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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   An elevated chair, often including a built-in tray, used for feeding babies and toddlers.
2. 2
   a chair for feeding a very young child; has four long legs and a footrest and a detachable tray wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms

baby seatfeeding chair

Example

More examples

"A boy sat in a highchair and ate lunch."

Etymology

From high + chair.

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