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/ˈsɛntərˌpis/ · cen·ter·piece
noun
- An ornament or decorative object placed in the centre of a table, mantel, or other surface. The silver candelabra served as the centerpiece of the banquet table.
- A central or most important article, person, or feature in a given context. The new museum wing is the centerpiece of the city's cultural revitalization plan.
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Did you know? During the Victorian era, elaborate floral centerpieces became a status symbol at dinner parties, often featuring dozens of fresh blooms arranged in ornate silver or glass containers.