"epergne" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

IPA: /iˈpɝn/ [US], /eɪˈpɝn/ [US], /ɪˈpɜːn/ [Received-Pronunciation] Forms: epergnes [plural]
enPR: ē'pûrn [Received-Pronunciation] Etymology: Uncertain; perhaps from French épargne (“savings, treasury”), though it is unclear how the new meaning would have been acquired. Perhaps owing to the typical appearance of an épergne as resembling a balance upon which market goods or coins could be weighed. Etymology templates: {{unc|en}} Uncertain, {{uder|en|fr|épargne||savings, treasury}} French épargne (“savings, treasury”) Head templates: {{en-noun}} epergne (plural epergnes)
  1. A table centerpiece, usually made of silver, generally consisting of a central bowl with radiating dishes or holders. Wikipedia link: epergne Categories (topical): Artistic works Synonyms: épergne

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