ˌshēnˌwäz(ə)ˈrē, shēnˈwäzərē noun
( -s )
Usage: sometimes capitalized
Etymology: French, from chinois Chinese (from Chine China) + -erie -ery
1.
a. : a style in art (as in decoration) reflecting or felt to reflect Chinese artistic especially decorative qualities or motifs (as in costume, furniture, objects of virtu, or architecture) ; especially : such a style akin to the rococo in decorative intricacy popular in 18th century Europe — compare chinese chippendale
b. : an art object or instance of decoration in this style
2. : conduct felt to suggest the Chinese