A dropleaf table is a piece of furniture that has hinged sides, or leaves, which can be folded down when not in use. This folding mechanism enables the table to be compact and space-saving.
Note: The provided meaning of the answer is for the latest New York Times crossword puzzle clue: Piece of furniture with parts that fold down, as depicted seven times in this puzzle. Explanations are generated by AI and may be inaccurate.