centerpiece

• Objet placé au centre d'une table ou d'une vitrine, souvent décoratif, ou élément central et le plus important d'une chose, d'un événement ou d'une attention.

A noun referring to the central or most important feature of something, or an object placed at the center of a table or display.

1. Central or most important featureB2formal

   The most important or prominent element of a particular situation, event, or collection.

   Pièce maîtresse

   • The new policy is the centerpiece of the government's economic reform.
   • Her research became the centerpiece of the conference.
   • The painting was the centerpiece of the entire exhibition.

   Synonymescorecornerstoneessencefocal pointfocushearthighlightjewellinchpinnucleuspivotshowpiece

2. Decorative table itemB1formal

   An ornament or decoration placed in the middle of a table, often for a special meal or event.

   Pièce centrale décorative de table

   • A beautiful floral arrangement served as the centerpiece on the dining table.
   • The wedding centerpiece was made of candles and roses.
   • They placed a crystal bowl as the centerpiece for the banquet.

   Synonymescentrepieceepergne