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Couches

Scope note

Long seating forms with a back support and one end; primarily used for reclining rather than sitting. Distinct from "sofas" which have a back and two ends and are primarily used for sitting rather than reclining.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

300038583

Term used for

lounges (couches)

Equivalent Terms used

couch

Created

12yrs ago

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