side table

noun

Synonyms of side tablenext
: a table designed to be placed against a wall

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The metal-and-glass construction gives it a more elevated look than its price might suggest, while the color combinations add a cheerful, almost retro jolt to a shelf, side table, or countertop. Erika Owen, Vogue, 1 July 2026 In addition to the outdoor sofas, the set also includes a fire pit table and a side table with a durable glass top that adds a touch of elegance. Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 30 June 2026 An outdoor side table in the same periwinkle blue as your kitchen island cabinetry, or persimmon pillows in an outdoor fabric that picks up a tone from your dining room drapes, can create continuity between indoor and outdoor zones. Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 June 2026 Small dressers are multitaskers—use them as nightstands, consoles, or side tables. Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 29 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for side table

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1500, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of side table was circa 1500

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“Side table.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/side%20table. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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