floor sample

American  

noun

1. an appliance, piece of furniture, or other article of merchandise that has been used for display or demonstration and is usually offered at a reduced price.

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Etymology

Origin of floor sample

First recorded in 1955–60

Example Sentences

Thai found a version of this table at the Restoration Hardware Outlet for about 40 percent less that was probably a floor sample.

From Washington Post • Jun. 23, 2015

DTVs supposedly only last a couple of years, I'm guessing it's a bad idea to buy a floor sample or a used TV.

From Washington Post • Dec. 10, 2010