literally: chief piece of work (French) pronounced "shay duvrə"
A masterpiece, especially one produced by a musician, writer, or artist. Refers to a creation that has been given much critical praise, used for an exceptionally good piece of creative work or the best piece of work of a particular artist or craftsman.
He regarded that particular speech as his chef-d'oeuvre.
another term for a station wagon, mini-van, or any other kind of vehicle that is targeted at the "family" demographic(also M.A.V.)
"Tactical advantages aside, the M.A.V. is top of the line for the holy warrior troop transport manufactured by the Church of Latter Day Saints Military Industrial Complex. Also great for family trips...to heathen lands."
12 step recovery jargon referring to someone new who talks about how great life is, now that they'resober. Usually meaning that the person is out of touch with reality.
The new guy seems pretty happy for a dude who has no job, no money and no family. He must be on a pink cloud.