centrepiece
noun/ˈsɛntərˌpiːs/
Frequency rank: #17,988 of 20,003 in the WORDED list (wordfreq data)
Meaning
the most important or attractive feature of something; the main item placed at the centre of a display.
Example sentence
The wedding cake served as the centrepiece of the entire reception.
Synonyms & related words
- highlight
- centerpiece
- showpiece
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