Ottoman (furniture)

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An ottoman

An ottoman is a piece of furniture, a padded, upholstered seat without arms, often used as a stool or footrest. Also known as a hassock or pouffe.

It is named for the Ottoman Empire, because it was first used in Turkey.

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See also: Ottoman (furniture), Furnishing, Furniture, Ottoman Empire, Turkey, Upholstery