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backrest Definition

back·rest (-rest′)

noun

a support for or at the back

backrest Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • recline: Some seats have a reclining backrest which support their head when they nod off.
  • pad: Chrome tubular engine guards front and rear, a padded backrest and sturdy aluminum passenger grab rails are just part of the story.
  • have: Finally he settled for the lightest seat that had a backrest to it.
  • use: Your chair seat may also be too long, preventing you from using the backrest effectively.
  • contour: A contoured backrest can potentially ' fix ' the young person in an undesirable position.
  • allow: It is a compact two piece unit, allowing the backrest and seat to separate, making lifting and carrying easier.

Preposition: for

  • comfort: It has a soft webbed backrest for added comfort.

Adjective modifier

  • adjustable: The adjustable backrest allows training without tiring the muscles of the back.
  • optional: Optional backrest with a cushion attached on velcro which supports the lumber part of the spine.
  • supportive: This traditionally styled trike ( right ) can be fitted with a supportive backrest, as shown.
  • high: With a higher backrest and subtle curves for your body, it may be difficult to coax anybody out of it!

Modifies a noun

  • angle: The unique mechanism allows an extremely wide backrest angle of around 45 degrees.
  • shell: Beta chairs Chairs with a chromium plated metal frame, with a plastic seat and backrest shell.
  • cushion: The addition of a backrest cushion will move the center of gravity forward improving rearward stability but decreasing forward stability.
  • adjustment: Use the height and backrest adjustment of you chair to increase your comfort.
  • height: Backrest height of 420mm ( 16 " ) with 5 degree rake.
  • unit: We stock a leading range of bath lifts with a seat and backrest unit made of either solid plastic or mesh fabric.

Noun used with modifier

  • passenger: In the second, vertical position, Triple Tail becomes a flexible passenger backrest with grab rails.
  • position: The Micralite has a two position backrest and is suitable from six months.
  • seat: The front passenger seat backrest can also fold flat.

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