console table

noun

: a table fixed to a wall with its top supported by consoles or front legs
broadly : a table designed to fit against a wall

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Create an inviting entryway with a warm wood console table to keep keys, accessories, and daily essentials nearby. Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 23 May 2026 Refreshing the area doesn't have to be expensive, either — Wayfair is packed with thousands of storage solutions, console tables, hall trees, and other sleek picks that work well in both large and compact spaces. Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 23 May 2026 Shoe benches with hidden compartments keep footwear out of sight, and slim console tables with drawers provide a landing spot for keys and mail. Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 14 Apr. 2026 There's also a separate countertop across the way, perfect for serving as an extension of the kitchen work space during meals or as a traditional entryway console table for keys, flashlights and other frequent-use items. New Atlas, 9 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for console table

Word History

First Known Use

1807, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of console table was in 1807

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“Console table.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/console%20table. Accessed 31 May. 2026.

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