Ottoman (Noun)
Meaning 1
A Turk (especially a Turk who is a member of the tribe of Osman I).
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Synonyms
Meaning 2
The Turkish dynasty that ruled the Ottoman Empire from the 13th century to its dissolution after World War I.
Classification
Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.
Examples
- The Ottoman Empire was one of the largest and most influential empires in history, spanning parts of three continents.
- At its peak, the Ottoman Empire was a major center of trade and culture, attracting scholars and merchants from all over the world.
- The Ottoman dynasty was founded by Osman Bey in the late 13th century and went on to rule much of the Middle East and Eastern Europe.
- The Ottoman Empire was known for its military prowess, administrative efficiency, and architectural achievements, including the famous Topkapi Palace.
- The decline of the Ottoman Empire began in the 19th century, and it was eventually dissolved after World War I, with modern-day Turkey emerging as its successor state.
Synonyms
Meaning 3
Thick cushion used as a seat.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The ottoman in the living room was a comfortable place to rest my feet while watching TV.
- She sat on the ottoman in front of the coffee table, sipping her coffee and reading the newspaper.
- The ottoman was a versatile piece of furniture that could be used as a seat or a footrest.
- He placed the tray with drinks on the ottoman and sat down beside it to relax.
- The plush ottoman in the bedroom was a cozy spot to sit and put on my shoes in the morning.
Synonyms
Meaning 4
A low seat or a stool to rest the feet of a seated person.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The plush ottoman in front of the armchair was the perfect place to rest her weary feet after a long day.
- She placed her feet on the ottoman and let out a contented sigh as she settled in to watch her favorite TV show.
- The ottoman was a convenient place to store extra blankets and pillows in the living room.
- He pulled the ottoman closer to the couch and propped his feet up on it, feeling grateful for the extra support.
- The designer had carefully chosen a stylish ottoman to complement the sleek lines of the modern sofa.