side table
Americannoun
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side tables
plural
Other Word Forms
Noun Inflected Forms
Etymology
Origin of side table
Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400
Example Sentences
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Chevron-patterned hardwood flooring was accessorized with a patterned rug at the center of the space, while a large wooden side table with a lamp was seen next to one arm of the couch.
From MarketWatch ● Jan. 15, 2026
On a side table, books seemingly chosen to evoke empathy for Ukraine’s plight awaited Mr. Buffett: a compilation of Mr. Zelensky’s wartime speeches and an account of children’s experiences during the war.
From New York Times ● Dec. 6, 2024
Inspired by California landscapes, the collection, with pieces ranging from $5,500 to $20,000, is made up of eight pieces: a handcrafted dining table, a drinks table, benches, a totem, a side table and stool.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 17, 2024
The cake’s casual presence on a side table in her Montreal hotel room is simply another indicator that she’s made it.
From Salon ● May 7, 2024
I look over at my side table, my eyes slowly clos—Wait!
From "Five Feet Apart" by Rachael Lippincott
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