Sideboard: meaning, definitions and examples

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sideboard

 

[หˆsaษชdหŒbษ”หrd ]

Definition

Context #1 | Noun

furniture

A sideboard is a piece of furniture that has drawers and shelves for storing dishes, silverware, and other items. It is usually placed in a dining room or kitchen.

Synonyms

buffet, credenza, server.

Examples of usage

  • The sideboard in the dining room was filled with fine china.
  • She kept her grandmother's silverware in the sideboard.
  • The sideboard was a beautiful antique piece.
  • The sideboard provided extra storage space in the kitchen.
  • I need to organize the items on the sideboard.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The word 'sideboard' comes from the idea of a table that stands to the side of a dining area.
  • It first appeared in the design of dining furniture in the 18th century, illustrating the need for storage in homes.
  • The combination of 'side' and 'board' emphasizes its supporting role in dining spaces.

Historical Context

  • Originally used primarily in dining rooms, sideboards became popular during the Victorian era for their utility and style.
  • Many sideboards feature elaborate carvings and designs, showcasing the fine craftsmanship of the era.
  • They evolved from simpler designs into more ornate pieces reflecting the changing tastes and styles in furniture design.

Cultural Significance

  • In many cultures, sideboards serve as a focal point in dining rooms, often displaying decorative items or family heirlooms.
  • Social gatherings often center around the sideboard, where food and drinks are served, fostering a sense of community.
  • Modern interpretations include using sideboards as media consoles, demonstrating their versatility beyond dining.

Design and Functionality

  • Modern sideboards vary in style from minimalist to rustic, with different materials such as wood, metal, or glass.
  • They provide essential storage for tableware, linens, and other items, helping to declutter dining areas.
  • Innovative designs now incorporate features like built-in wine racks and adjustable shelves, enhancing their utility.

Art and Literature

  • Sideboards have appeared in various artworks, symbolizing hospitality and the gathering of family and friends around meals.
  • They are often featured in literature as symbols of home life, representing comfort and community during dining experiences.
  • In some stories, a sideboard may hold secrets or treasures, adding intrigue to the narrative.

Translations

Translations of the word "sideboard" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น aparador

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคพเค‡เคกเคฌเฅ‹เคฐเฅเคก

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Anrichte

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ meja samping

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑัƒั„ะตั‚

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ kredens

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ตใ‚คใƒ‰ใƒœใƒผใƒ‰

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท buffet

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ aparador

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท bรผfe

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์‚ฌ์ด๋“œ๋ณด๋“œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจูˆููŠู‡

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kredenc

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ kredenc

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้คๅ…ทๆŸœ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ priborniฤar

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ skรกpa

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑัƒั„ะตั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒฃแƒคแƒ”แƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ bufet

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ aparador

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,405, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.