Divan

usgb/dɪˈvæn/
noun

A long low sofa without a back or arms.

She was lounging on the divan in her living room.
Visual representation of "divan" - A long low sofa without a back or arms.

Often appears as...

  • lounge on a divan
  • sit on the divan
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Furniture Piece

A divan is a type of furniture you might find in a living room or lounge.

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They replaced their old chairs with an elegant divan.
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No Back Support

Unlike traditional sofas, a divan usually does not have a backrest.

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He added pillows against the wall to create back support for the divan.
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Versatile Seating

A divan can be used for sitting, lounging or even as a makeshift bed.

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When guests stayed over, the divan became a comfortable bed.
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