backrest

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Pronunciation

• IPA: /ˈbækˌɹest/

Noun

backrest (plural backrests)

1. The back piece of a chair, used to support the sitter's back.
2. A guide attached to the slide rest of a lathe, and placed in contact with the work to steady it in turning.

Translations

• French: dossier
• German: Rückenlehne
• Italian: schienale
• Russian: спинка

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