tambour
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈtæmbʊər/
Definition
A flexible shutter or door made of thin strips of wood glued to a canvas backing, typically used on roll-top desks.
Examples
The craftsman carefully glued the fabric to the wooden slats to create a smooth tambour for the cabinet.
She opened the tambour of her writing desk to reveal the organized stationery inside.
Modern kitchen cabinets often utilize a tambour mechanism to save space in tight corners.
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