floor lamp
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of floor lamp
First recorded in 1890–95
Example Sentences
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Lily twirls with her arms extended like airplane wings, nearly knocking over a floor lamp.
From Literature
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I also had one of those groovy chrome arched floor lamps.
“Table lamps and floor lamps are most important, and you want soft, shaded light.”
From Seattle Times
In smaller bedrooms, even a generous armchair paired with a small end table and floor lamp can offer a comforting place to read.
From Seattle Times
Add plenty of portable light such as table and floor lamps.
From Seattle Times
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