'Epergne \['E]`pergne"\, n. [F. ['e]pargne a sparing or saving; a treasury. ``Our ['e]pergne is a little treasury of sweetmeats, fruits, and flowers.'' --Brewer.]

A centerpiece for table decoration, usually consisting of several dishes or receptacles of different sizes grouped together in an ornamental design.

Source: Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913)