cheveret

[ shev-rit, shev-ret ]

noun

1. a small English table of the 18th century, having an oblong top, one or two rows of drawers, and slender legs joined near the bottom by a shelf.

Word History and Origins

Origin of cheveret¹

Perhaps alteration of French chevalet chevalet

Example Sentences

For our mess we had the good luck to find a most charming and simple welcome at the house of good Monsieur Cheveret.

From Project Gutenberg

We sat at table around the lamp, and good Maman Cheveret had just brought in the steaming soup.

From Project Gutenberg