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单词 bonheur du jour
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Definition of bonheur du jour in English:

bonheur du jour

nounPlural bonheurs du jourbɒˌnəː d(j)uː ˈʒʊə
  • A small writing table, usually fitted to hold toiletries, popular in 18th-century France.

    Example sentencesExamples
    • Martin Carlin is known to have made at least eleven such bonheurs-du-jour, seven of which were signed by him.
    • She sat down at the bonheur du jour and stared at a blank sheet of paper, unsure for one moment of what she would write.
    • Meant as a place to read or write letters, the bonheur du jour is mounted on wheels so it can be rolled into the best light.
    • The bonheur du jour is most notable for the quality of the workmanship.
    • The Museum's two bonheurs-du-jour are veneered with tulipwood and trimmed with gilt bronze.

Origin

French, literally 'happiness of the day'.

 
 
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