A comfortable chair with a back that can be tilted backward and often a footrest that can be extended.
From Latin 'reclinare' meaning 'to lean back' or 'to cause to lean.' The Romans were the first to perfect reclining furniture - they ate meals lying on their sides on elaborate dining couches called 'triclinium.' The modern recliner chair is a direct descendant of Roman banquet furniture, though Romans would be puzzled by our habit of reclining alone rather than in social dining groups.
Your dad's recliner chair is basically a solo version of ancient Roman dining couches - Romans invented reclining furniture for social banquets, lying on their sides while eating and socializing. Modern recliners took this convivial Roman furniture concept and made it into solitary relaxation gear.
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