nightstand

[nahyt-stand]

noun

1. night table.

Word History and Origins

Origin of nightstand¹

First recorded in 1960–65; night + stand

Example Sentences

Six of its campsites, each available to reserve through recreation.gov, offer yurts including queen beds with linens, down comforters and pillows, along with two nightstands and an oversized rug.

From Los Angeles Times

When the police raided the home, they found a journal on Ruby’s nightstand that detailed her treatment of her children.

From Los Angeles Times

"This must have been on my nightstand. I read a lot of books on self growth and empowerment. This must be a divine message for me to keep going, I believe that," she added.

From BBC

A discarded mattress leaned against a tree, with a nightstand nearby.

From Los Angeles Times

Reminiscent of a ceremonial box, this sculptural bronze-cast box, which has a separate lid, might be at home on a living-room or office shelf or close by you — say, on your nightstand.

From Los Angeles Times