Meaning of the word nightstand in English

What does nightstand mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

nightstand

US /ˈnaɪt.stænd/
UK /ˈnaɪt.stænd/
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Noun

a small low table or cabinet, typically with a drawer, placed beside a bed

Example:
She placed her book and glasses on the nightstand.
There's a lamp on the nightstand next to the bed.