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Originally Posted by Dulin's Books
i don't believe that is correct. I believe liseuse originally meant a sort of writing desk(often used for reading as well) not a reading light
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You are both right according to the largest French dictionary (Le Grand Robert). The first meaning, though, is a knife to cut paper which doubles as a bookmark. It is also a removable book cover...and a warm jacket for women to wear when reading in bed.