English Reference
Noun

sideboard

n. countable
C2 Proficiency UK /sˈaɪdbɔːd/ side·board UK spelling sideboard's, sideboard's Fishing

n.a long, narrow table used for serving food or storing dishes. It is usually placed against a wall in a dining room.

n.a long, narrow table or cabinet used for serving food or storing tableware. Often positioned against a wall in a dining area.


SIMPLE

She placed the silverware on the sideboard before the guests arrived.

CONTEXTUAL

The antique sideboard in the dining room was passed down through several generations of the family.

COMPLEX

While modern dining rooms often feature minimalist designs, the traditional sideboard remains a staple for those who host large gatherings and require additional storage for formal china.


From side + board.

Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.

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