| 单词 | centrepiece |
| 释义 | centrepiece (sentəʳpiːs ) Word forms: centrepieces regional note: in AM, use centerpiece 1. countable noun The centrepiece of something is the best or most interesting part of it. The centrepiece of the plan is the idea of regular referendums, initiated by voters. [+ of] Synonyms: focus, highlight, hub, cynosure [literary] 2. countable noun A centrepiece is an ornament which you put in the middle of something, especially a dinner table. Collocations: form the centrepiece Museum, where they form the centrepiece of a display that turns out to be about much more than them. Times, Sunday Times Such decisions should form the centrepiece of an election. Times, Sunday Times Usually, these high-rise residences are not sold off-plan, being held back to form the centrepiece of a marketing campaign. Times, Sunday Times The two autoclaves form the centrepiece, using steam heat and pressure to turn the organic waste into a fibrous biomass material. Times, Sunday Times In small urban gardens, the table and chairs usually form the centrepiece of any new design. Times, Sunday Times Although one could be quite decorative - as a table centrepiece. The Sun (2017) Hang it in the garden or use it as a table centrepiece when dining outdoors. Times, Sunday Times (2007) The table centrepiece is given height by stacking up planks of different lengths and some worn wooden chopping boards along the table. Times, Sunday Times (2014) It's beautifully wrapped and can also double as a table centrepiece. The Sun (2010) Burn bright This will make a fab table centrepiece. The Sun (2012) Translations: Chinese: 最具吸引力的部分 Japanese: 最重要点 |
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