I. ˈhepəlˌ(h)wīt adjective
Usage: usually capitalized
Etymology: after George Hepplewhite died 1786 English cabinetmaker
: of, relating to, or closely imitating a light and elegant style of furniture originating in late 18th century England that is often distinguishable from Sheraton by its greater use of curves (as in the favored shield and heart backs of its chairs), in its preference for concave curves especially at sideboard corners, in its characteristic detachment of chair backs from the seat rail except for short side posts, and in the sweep of the high arms of its chairs to meet the line of the front legs
II. noun
( -s )
Usage: usually capitalized
: an article of Hepplewhite furniture