antimacassar

The definition of antimacassar is a protective cover for the arms and/or backs of upholstered furniture.

(noun)

An example of an antimacassar is the square crocheted cloth placed over the back of a reclining chair.

See antimacassar in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

a small cover on the back or arms of a chair, sofa, etc. to prevent soiling

Origin: anti- + macassar (oil), an oil, orig. imported from Macassar, used as a hair dressing

See antimacassar in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

A protective covering for the backs of chairs and sofas.

Origin:

Origin: anti-

Origin: + Macassar, a brand of hair oil

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