wing chair
US /ˈwɪŋ ˌtʃer/
UK /ˈwɪŋ ˌtʃer/
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poltrona a orecchioni, poltrona con ali
an armchair with a high back and side pieces (wings) projecting forwards at the top, originally to protect the sitter from drafts.
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She settled into the comfortable wing chair by the fireplace.
Si sistemò comodamente nella comoda poltrona a orecchioni accanto al camino.
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The antique wing chair was upholstered in rich velvet.
L'antica poltrona a orecchioni era rivestita in velluto pregiato.