Definitions
from the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English.
- noun Same as
taboret . - noun A seat without arms or back, cushioned and stuffed: a high stool; -- so called from its resemblance to a drum.
- noun An embroidery frame.
- noun the privilege of sitting on a tabouret in the presence of the severeign, formerly granted to certain ladies of high rank at the French court.
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- noun Alternative spelling of
taboret .
from WordNet 3.0 Copyright 2006 by Princeton University. All rights reserved.
- noun a low stool in the shape of a drum
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Examples
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* The tabouret was a stool allowed to the Ladies of the Court particularly distinguished by rank or favour, when in presence of the Royal Family.
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* The tabouret was a stool allowed to the Ladies of the Court particularly distinguished by rank or favour, when in presence of the Royal Family.
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* The tabouret was a stool allowed to the Ladies of the Court particularly distinguished by rank or favour, when in presence of the Royal Family. ” “Les entrees” gave a familiar access to the King and Queen.
A Residence in France During the Years 1792 1793 1794 and 1795 Lady, An English 1797
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He noticed the Scotch on a tabouret and a cigar box near a chromium smoking stand.
What Would Philip Marlowe Do Joshua Michael Stewart 2011
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Livré à plat, très facile et rapide à monter et extrêmement solide (supporte jusqu´à 200 kg!), il peut servir de tabouret, de chevet, ou de table d´appoint.
Archive 2009-02-01 2009
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Livré à plat, très facile et rapide à monter et extrêmement solide (supporte jusqu´à 200 kg!), il peut servir de tabouret, de chevet, ou de table d´appoint.
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*The tabouret, a padded stool was awarded to those holding the rank of duchess.
Archive 2009-01-01 elena maria vidal 2009
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*The tabouret, a padded stool was awarded to those holding the rank of duchess.
Etiquette in the 18th century de Brantigny........................ 2009
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“Take a seat,” I said, placing a tabouret; and I made her sit down.
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Quand j'ai repris conscience j'etais dans les bras de ma prof de bio qui essayais de me retenir de ne pas tomber de mon tabouret.
pinku-tk Diary Entry pinku-tk 2006
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