Definition

A type of furniture that has several open shelves, used for showing decorative items or small objects.

Example

She placed her favorite books and decorative items on the etagere in the living room.

Conversation

I just bought a lovely etagere for my living room.

That sounds great! What are you planning to display on it?

I want to put some plants and my favorite books on the etagere.

That will look amazing! It’s a perfect way to showcase your style.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Etagere → The word originates from French 'étagère', meaning a shelf or a set of shelves. It refers specifically to a piece of furniture designed for displaying items on shelves.

Memory Tip

Think of the French word 'étagère' which means a shelf — this helps you remember that an etagere is a piece of furniture for displaying items on shelves.

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