/shif'euh near"/ , n.
1. a high chest of drawers or bureau, often having a mirror on top.
2. a low bookcase of the English Regency, with grille doors or doorless.
3. a shallow, tall, open piece of furniture, of the 18th century, having shelves for the display of china.
Also, chiffonnier .
[ 1800-10; chiffonnier. See CHIFFON, -IER 2 ]