table
[noun]
furniture with a usually flat surface on top of one or multiple legs that we can sit at or put things on
Ex:
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Here you will learn some English words related to tables desks such as "counter", "teapoy", and "dining table".
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desk
[noun]
furniture we use for working, writing, reading, etc. that normally has a flat surface and drawers
Ex:
The
receptionist
sat
behind
the
desk
,
welcoming
visitors
.
billiard table
[noun]
a large table used for playing cue sports, such as pool, billiards, and snooker
Ex:
They
decided
to
add
a
billiard table
to
their
game room
for
some
extra
fun
.
breakfast bar
[noun]
a raised counter or bar-like surface that is typically found in the kitchen or dining area and used for casual dining or quick meals
Ex:
They
built
a
breakfast bar
into
the
kitchen island
to
save
space
and
create
a
casual
dining area
.
breakfast table
[noun]
a small table usually placed in the kitchen or dining area, used for having breakfast or small meals
Ex:
They
decided
to
have
a
small
breakfast table
in
the
corner
of
their
kitchen
for
a
more
intimate
dining
experience
.
card table
[noun]
a folding table with legs that can be locked in place, typically used for playing card games
Ex:
The
kids
used
the
card table
for
their
board games
while
the
adults
chatted
nearby
.
coffee table
[noun]
a low table, often placed in a living room, on which magazines, cups, etc. can be placed
Ex:
He
found
a
beautiful
vintage
coffee table
at
the
flea market
.
console table
[noun]
a narrow and usually long table designed to be placed against a wall, typically used for displaying decorative items or as a landing spot for keys and other small items
Ex:
I
bought
a
stylish
console table
to
add
some
charm
to
my
living room
.
counter
[noun]
a table with a narrow horizontal surface over which goods are put or people are served
Ex:
She
cleaned
the
counter
after
the
customers
left
.
dining table
[noun]
a table on which people have meals
Ex:
After
dinner
,
they
cleared
the
dishes
from
the
dining table
and
relaxed
.
dressing table
[noun]
a low, mirrored table, often with drawers, that is used to see oneself when grooming or dressing oneself
Ex:
He
bought
a
new
dressing table
with
plenty
of
drawers
for
all
her
grooming
essentials
.
drop-leaf table
[noun]
a type of table that has a hinged section on either side that can be raised or lowered to increase or decrease the table's surface area
Ex:
The
drop-leaf table
can
be
folded
down
to
create
more
space
for
other
activities
when
we
do
n't
need
it
for
eating
.
drum table
[noun]
a type of round table with a circular top and a cylindrical base resembling a drum, often featuring drawers or compartments for storage
Ex:
She
placed
a
vase
of
flowers
on
the
drum table
,
adding
a
touch
of
elegance
to
the
entryway
.
escritoire
[noun]
a small writing desk with drawers and compartments for storing writing materials
Ex:
I
love
writing
letters
at
my
escritoire
,
as
it
gives
me
a
sense
of
calm
and
focus
.
folding table
[noun]
a type of table that is designed to be easily folded up for storage or transportation, typically featuring hinged legs that collapse inward towards the tabletop
Ex:
I
always
keep
a
folding table
in
the
garage
for
extra
workspace
when
I
'm
working on
projects
.
gateleg table
[noun]
a type of table with hinged leaves that can be folded down for easy storage
Ex:
The
gateleg table
in
the
kitchen
is
perfect
for
family meals
,
as
it
can
be
expanded
when
we
need
extra
space
.
kitchen table
[noun]
a type of table usually located in a kitchen, used for dining, food preparation, and other household activities
Ex:
I
love
having
coffee
in
the
morning
while
sitting
at
my
kitchen table
by
the
window
.
nest of tables
[noun]
a set of two or more tables of graduated size that can be stacked together to save space when not in use
Ex:
When
guests
arrived
,
I
pulled out
the
nest of tables
to
offer
extra
surface
space
for
drinks
.
occasional table
[noun]
a small table used as and when needed for displaying decorative items, holding drinks, or as an extra surface for a specific purpose
Ex:
The
occasional table
by
the
window
holds
a
small
vase
of
fresh
flowers
.
pedestal desk
[noun]
a type of desk with drawers and/or cabinets built into one or both sides of a central pedestal or column that supports the tabletop
Ex:
The
pedestal desk
in
the
corner
of
the
room
was
the
perfect
place
for
him
to
work from home
.
Pembroke table
[noun]
a small, light table with drop leaves that can be folded down to save space, typically with a single drawer and sometimes with additional storage compartments
Ex:
He
placed
the
lamp
on
the
Pembroke table
next to
the
armchair
.
piecrust table
[noun]
a type of small, circular table with a decorative edge resembling the crimped edge of a pie crust, often used as a side table or display table for decorative items
Ex:
The
piecrust table
was
a
perfect
fit
for
the
small
space
by
the
door
.
refectory table
[noun]
a long, narrow table with a plank top and trestle-style base, originally used in monasteries for communal meals, now used in dining rooms and as a decorative piece
Ex:
For
the
wedding reception
,
they
rented
a
refectory table
to
accommodate
all
the
guests
.
roll-top desk
[noun]
a desk with a flexible wooden cover that rolls down over the desktop to secure papers and items inside, with stacked shelves, drawers, and cubbyholes for storage
Ex:
The
roll-top desk
was
filled
with
neatly
organized
compartments
,
perfect
for
keeping
everything
in
its
place
.
end table
[noun]
a small table that is often situated next to a sofa or other furniture
Ex:
I
need
to
buy
a
new
end table
for
the
space
next to
my
armchair
.
snooker table
[noun]
a large, rectangular table with pockets and elevated edges, used for playing the game of snooker, a type of billiards with 22 balls
Ex:
The
snooker table
at
the
pub
was
always
busy
with
players
practicing
their
shots
.
teapoy
[noun]
a small, decorative table with a hinged or removable top, often used for storing tea or other small items, and commonly found in Indian and Southeast Asian homes
Ex:
The
antique
teapoy
,
passed down
through
generations
,
was
a
beautiful
addition
to
the
dining room
.
tea table
[noun]
a small table designed for serving or enjoying tea, often used in living rooms or dining areas
Ex:
The
small
tea table
fit
perfectly
in
the
corner
of
the
cozy
living room
.
trestle table
[noun]
a table with a simple frame consisting of two or three trestles supporting a flat top
Ex:
The
rustic
charm
of
the
trestle table
fit
perfectly
with
the
farmhouse-style
kitchen
.
changing table
[noun]
a table designed for changing babies' diapers, often with storage for supplies
Ex:
He
kept
baby wipes
and
diapers
in
the
drawers
of
the
changing table
.
picnic table
[noun]
a type of outdoor furniture with a horizontal tabletop and attached benches or seats, designed to seat multiple people
Ex:
A
large
picnic table
was
placed
near
the
lake
,
offering
a
perfect
view
for
our
lunch
.
bureau
[noun]
a desk with drawers and a hinged writing surface on top
Ex:
The
antique
bureau
has
a
fold-down
writing
surface
.
davenport
[noun]
a type of small writing desk with a slanted top that opens to reveal a flat writing surface and drawers or compartments for storage