end table

noun

: a small table usually about the height of the arm of a chair that is used beside a larger piece of furniture (such as a sofa)

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Don’t miss the chance to grab this end table from the Trisha Yearwood Home Collection, featuring lattice detailing and a large drawer for storage. Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 13 Feb. 2026 It’s built for both the backpack and end table, with detailed descriptions alongside pleas for the land’s preservation. Mark Athitakis, Los Angeles Times, 11 Feb. 2026 Wabi-sabi interior design incorporates organic shapes and natural elements, like this wood end table. Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Jan. 2026 This versatile table is suitable for both indoor and outdoor use and can function as an ottoman, coffee table, or end table, depending on your needs. Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for end table

Word History

First Known Use

1851, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of end table was in 1851

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“End table.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/end%20table. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.

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end table

noun
: a small table used beside a sofa or chair
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