conversation piece

noun

Synonyms of conversation piece next

: a painting of a group of persons in their customary surroundings

: something (such as a novel or unusual object) that stimulates conversation

Examples of conversation piece in a Sentence

The exotic plant in our living room is a conversation piece that guests always ask about.

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Genuine leather Bible Lovable coffee and end table books are easy conversation pieces that leave guests with both unique discussions and factoids from any round table gathering. —

Gabriele Regalbuto, Fox News, 6 Dec. 2024 The spider was also a popular conversation piece among campers. —

Brennan Stewart, Baltimore Sun, 29 Nov. 2024 Now, blockchain baron Justin Sun has found his next conversation piece: a $6.2 million banana secured to a wall with duct tape, paired with a $30 million bet on Donald Trump’s crypto venture. —

Vinamrata Chaturvedi, Quartz, 27 Nov. 2024 Set it up in a dark den or gaming room for a dual cat toy and conversation piece, or use it in a bedroom as a nightlight. —

Medea Giordano, WIRED, 5 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for conversation piece

Word History

First Known Use

1712, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of conversation piece was in 1712

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“Conversation piece.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/conversation%20piece. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

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