Cabriole is a French term that refers to a type of furniture leg that curves outward at its top and inward at its bottom. This style was popular from the 18th to the early 19th century and can be seen in antique chairs and tables. The term "cabriole" can be synonymous with the words "curved," "bowed," "swan-necked," "serpentine," and "s-shaped," all of which describe similar shapes to that of the cabriole leg. These terms can be used to describe the elaborate curves of furniture legs or the graceful curves of a piece of architecture. Whatever its use, these synonyms convey the elegance and beauty of the cabriole style.