end table
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of end table
An Americanism dating back to 1850–55
Example Sentences
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It’s built for both the backpack and end table, with detailed descriptions alongside pleas for the land’s preservation.
From Los Angeles Times
Lady Constance climbed on top of the end table and began squealing like a piggy; as you will recall, it was the second time that week.
From Literature
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A can of Dr Pepper sat on the end table.
From Literature
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A carton serves as an end table and a lawn chair makes no apologies for itself in the living area.
From Los Angeles Times
Think multiple uses such as a crate that is part of an end table or a spot in your bottom kitchen cabinets for food bowls.
From Seattle Times
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