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.