gueridon
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A small round table used for decoration and for holding small items
- noun
- /ˈɡerɪˌdɒn/
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guéridon
- She placed her coffee cup on the small gueridon next to her reading chair.
Examples
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The ornate gueridon in the hallway displayed a vase of fresh flowers.
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The gueridon in the corner adds charm to the room.
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Antique stores often have at least one elegant gueridon for sale.
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They placed their coffee cups on a marble-topped gueridon by the window.
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She placed a vase on the gueridon.
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The elegant gueridon in the corner of the room served as a beautiful display table for the flowers.
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At the antique shop, I found a stunning marble-topped gueridon that would fit perfectly in my living room.
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Etymology
Gueridon comes from the French word guéridon, which meant a 'small round table' used in French homes and salons. Think of it as a little stand for a cup or lamp, which is why today it means a small, decorative or occasional table.