centrepiece
/ (ˈsɛntəˌpiːs) /
an object used as the centre of something, esp for decoration
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How to use centrepiece in a sentence
The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh will travel in the Royal Barge which will form the centrepiece of the flotilla.
Then I spied the centrepiece–a glass vase bearing three fresh iris buds from the brookside.
The Idyl of Twin Fires | Walter Prichard EatonWhen the tablecloth has been laid, a centrepiece of linen or lace is sometimes placed upon it in the centre of the table.
The Library of Work and Play: Housekeeping | Elizabeth Hale GilmanThe cloud on her brow at this moment comes from Mrs. Bailey's kindly but firm refusal to use the wreath for a centrepiece.
Pippin; A Wandering Flame | Laura E. RichardsCovers were laid for nine and the centrepiece and doilies were embroidered in yellow.
Brenda's Ward | Helen Leah Reed
Maidenhair-fern kept in this way makes a delicate and beautiful centrepiece for the table.
Mother Nature's Toy-Shop | Lina Beard
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