ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Cheval

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ʃɛˈvɑl/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Cheval is a noun meaning Ellipsis of cheval glass.

Meaning

Ellipsis of cheval glass.

More Meanings

  1. (obsolete, in compounds) A support or frame.

Example Sentences

cheval-glass
"Very well, indeed, exceeding well, for un peu passée, the mother of five young women. 'Tis as well they are not here, perhaps," said Lady Anne, as she examined herself from side to side, in the longest cheval the hotel afforded.

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