chaise
a chaise longue, especially a light one used out of doors.
Also called chaise d'or [sheyz dawr]. /ʃeɪz ˈdɔr/. Numismatics.
a gold coin of France, first issued in the early 14th century, which bears a figure of the king seated on a large throne.
an Anglo-Gallic copy of this coin, issued by Edward III.
Origin of chaise
1Words that may be confused with chaise
- chaise , chase
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British Dictionary definitions for chaise
/ (ʃeɪz) /
a light open horse-drawn carriage, esp one with two wheels designed for two passengers
short for post chaise, chaise longue
a gold coin first issued in France in the 14th century, depicting the king seated on a throne
Origin of chaise
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