epergne

n.

A large table centerpiece consisting of a frame with extended arms or branches supporting holders, as for flowers, fruit, or sweetmeats.

[Perhaps alteration of French épargne, a saving, from épargner, to save, from Old French espargnier, of Germanic origin.]

IN BRIEF: n. - A large table centerpiece with branching holders for fruit or sweets or flowers.

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The noun has one meaning:

Meaning #1: a large table centerpiece with branching holders for fruit or sweets or flowers

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