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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

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

From Salon Nov. 17, 2022

There’s also a slender Serge Mouille floor lamp, a television-shielding lacquered screen with mesh and gold patina detailing and a metal-trimmed tea stand.

From New York Times Mar. 23, 2022

It could be as simple as placing a single lounge chair, small side table and floor lamp in the corner of the room.

From Seattle Times Dec. 23, 2021

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

Lily twirls with her arms extended like airplane wings, nearly knocking over a floor lamp.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller

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