Tableau

/tæbˈloʊ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A striking or vivid representation, often in the form of a scene or picture.

The artists created a beautiful tableau that captured the essence of the autumn landscape.

A graphical representation of data or information, often in the context of analysis or reporting.

The analyst presented a detailed tableau showing the company's sales performance over the last quarter.

A group of models or motionless figures representing a scene from a story or history.

During the festival, a tableau was staged to depict the founding of the city.

French, from 'table' meaning 'table', referring to the idea of a table of contents or arrangement.

tableau vivant

A 'living picture' made by a group of people who remain silent and motionless.

tableau format

A structured way of presenting data in tables.

frozen tableau

A still image made by actors or people, often used in performance art.

table

A piece of furniture with a flat top and one or more legs.

illustration

A picture illustrating a book, article, or concept.

scene

A place where an action or event occurs or has occurred.