‖n.; pl.Tableaux [ F., dim. fr. L. tabula a painting. See Table. ] 1. A striking and vivid representation; a picture. [ 1913 Webster ]
2. A representation of some scene by means of persons grouped in the proper manner, placed in appropriate postures, and remaining silent and motionless. [ 1913 Webster ]
3. (Solitaire) The arrangement, or layout, of cards. [ Webster 1913 Suppl. ]