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floor lamp

American  

noun

  1. a tall lamp designed to stand on the floor.


Etymology

Origin of floor lamp

First recorded in 1890–95

Example Sentences

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“Consider adding in some sconces, a floor lamp, desk lamp or pendants to bring more light to those darker spaces in your home.”

From Seattle Times Apr. 10, 2023

The ignition sources included a floor lamp plugged into an outlet, according to Milwaukee Fire Department records.

From Salon Nov. 17, 2022

Under the light of a brass-stemmed floor lamp, a cognac leather armchair and white faux-fur ottoman anchor the designated reading spot.

From Los Angeles Times Mar. 7, 2020

Nonetheless, over the years it has been decorated with a doormat that says “hello” in looping cursive, a wobbly floor lamp, and a selection of scientific posters detailing research that has been conducted there.

From The New Yorker Apr. 1, 2019

An old metal floor lamp surfaced in my mind.

From "The Bell Jar" by Sylvia Plath

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