Cellarette

/ˌsɛləˈrɛt/ noun

Definition

A small, often decorative cabinet or container designed to hold wine bottles, liquor, or other items, usually placed in a home's dining or living area.

Etymology

A variant spelling of cellaret, combining cellarer with the French diminutive suffix -ette (meaning small). This spelling became more common in American English during the 19th century.

Kelly Says

The cellarette exploded in popularity during the Prohibition era (1920-1933) when having one was actually a covert signal—people used them to display legal liquors while quietly understanding what else might be stored inside.

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