Chippendale

/ˈtʃɪpənˌdeɪl/
IPA guide

Other forms: Chippendales

Definitions of Chippendale
  1. noun
    a British cabinetmaker remembered for his graceful designs (especially of chairs) which influenced his contemporaries (1718-1779)
    synonyms: Thomas Chippendale
    see moresee less
    example of:
    cabinetmaker, furniture maker
    a woodworker who specializes in making furniture
  2. adjective
    of or relating to an 18th-century style of furniture made by Thomas Chippendale; graceful outlines and Greek motifs and massive rococo carvings
Cite this entry
Style:
MLA
  • MLA
  • APA
  • Chicago

DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘Chippendale'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of gold-punch.com or its editors. Send us feedback
Word Family