Meaning & Definition of word "Drawers"
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Drawers
/ˈdrɔː.əz/
noun:
- 1. A boxlike container in a piece of furniture, typically one of several that slide in and out for storage.
- Example: I keep my socks in the top drawer of my dresser.
- 2. The part of a piece of furniture that can be pulled out to access items stored inside.
- Example: She opened the kitchen drawer to find a utensil.
- 3. A person who draws or creates drawings.
- Example: The comic book was illustrated by a talented drawer.
Etymology
Derived from the verb 'draw', referring to something pulled out.
Common Phrases and Expressions
in the drawers:
Refers to something stored away or hidden.
to pull out drawers:
To retrieve items from storage.
to sort through the drawers:
To examine the contents of a drawer.
Related Words
cabinet:
A piece of furniture with shelves and doors for storing items.
chest:
A box with a lid for storing clothes or valuables.
Slang Meanings of drawers
Meaning: Underwear, usually referring to men's briefs or boxers.
Example Sentence: I need to buy some new drawers.
Meaning: A playful term for something hidden or private.
Example Sentence: Keep that secret in your drawers.