Definition:
A long upholstered seat typically with a back and arms. A piece of livingroom furniture, a sofa, a couch
Usage:
"I am going to sit on the chesterfield and watch some TV."
Explanation:
Chesterfield originated from the area in England 'Chesterfield.' Lord Chesterfield had a specific type of sofa designed for him. This was called a Chesterfield. The word is used primarily in Canada, but traces its origins in England. It is unclear how it was passed to Canada and difused out of English slang.
Trivia:
In the song "If I had $1,000,000" by Canadian band, Barenaked Ladies, they say "I would buy you a nice chesterfield or an ottoman". I always wondered what a chesterfield was. Now I know. Great site.
