Definitions for bath chair
bath cha·ir

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1. bath chairnoun

   a wheelchair usually pushed by an attendant, as at a spa

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1. Bath chairnoun

   an early form of wheelchair with three wheels, used to transport ladies or invalids, common in Victorian England

2. Etymology: Named from Bath, the home of its inventor, w:James Heath.

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1. Bath chair

   A bath chair—or Bath chair—was a rolling chaise or light carriage for one person with a folding hood, which could be open or closed. Used especially by disabled persons, it was mounted on three or four wheels and drawn or pushed by hand. It is so named from its origin in Bath, England.If required, the chair could also be mounted on four wheels and drawn by a horse, donkey or small pony with the usual turning arrangement. These animal-drawn versions were the forerunners of the invalid carriage. James Heath, of Bath, who flourished before the middle of the 18th century, was the inventor of the bath chair. where bathing in the Roman Baths or visiting the nearby Pump Room was popular amongst sick visitors.Later versions were a type of wheelchair which is pushed by an attendant rather than pulled by an animal. In the 19th century they were often seen at spa resorts such as Buxton and Tunbridge Wells. Some versions incorporated a steering device that could be operated by the person in the chair.

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1. bath chair

   A bath chair is a type of seat or chair, often on wheels, designed for the elderly, disabled, or those with mobility issues to use in the bathtub or shower. It typically has a sturdy, waterproof construction and may have additional features such as armrests, backrests, adjustable heights, or non-slip finishes to ensure safety and comfort while bathing.

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1. Bath chair

   A bath chair—or Bath chair—is a rolling chaise or light carriage with a folding hood, which can be open or closed, and a glass front. Used especially by invalids, it is mounted on three or four wheels and drawn or pushed by hand. It is so named from its origin in Bath, England, and possibly also after its similarity in appearance to an old-fashioned bathtub. If required, the chair can be mounted on four wheels and drawn by a horse, donkey or small pony with the usual turning arrangement. James Heath, of Bath, who flourished before the middle of the 18th century, was the inventor. Later versions were a type of wheelchair which is pushed by an attendant rather than pulled by an animal. In the 19th century they were often seen at spa resorts such as Buxton and Tunbridge Wells. Some versions incorporated a steering device for use by the invalid.

Etymology and OriginsRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Bath Chair

   First introduced at Bath, the great health resort of a bygone day.

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1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of bath chair in Chaldean Numerology is: 6

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of bath chair in Pythagorean Numerology is: 7

References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=bath chair
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Bath_Chair
3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bath_Chair
4. ^ ChatGPT
   https://chat.openai.com
5. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=bath chair
6. ^ Etymology and Origins
   https://www.gutenberg.org/cache/epub/54657/pg54657-images.html#:~:text=bath chair