Sideboard
(noun)
- A piece of furniture that is typically used to store dishes, glassware, and other items in a dining room.
- A piece of furniture that is typically used to store items in a living room or hallway.
Origin:
Late 18th century: from side + board, because originally it stood against a wall.
Examples:
- She opened the sideboard and took out a tray of glasses.
- The sideboard in the dining room held the good china and silverware.
- He put his keys on the sideboard in the hallway.
- The sideboard was made of dark wood and had a polished finish.
- The sideboard had several drawers and a cabinet for storage.