noun
joint monarchs of England; William III and Mary II
• Instance Hypernyms: ↑nobility, ↑aristocracy
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nounUsage: usually capitalized W&M
: a style of English furniture popular from about 1689 to the early 18th century that shows Dutch influence and is characterized by the use of walnut, grained veneers, trumpet legs, needlepoint upholstery, and teardrop brasses
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a style of furniture that was popular in Britain at the end of the 17th century, during the ↑reign of King ↑William III and Queen Mary. Elegant tables, chairs and cupboards with designs carved into the wood are typical of the style.
Useful english dictionary. 2012.