Meaning & Definition of word "Dresser"
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Dresser
/ˈdrɛs.ər/
noun:
- 1. A piece of furniture with drawers for storing clothes or other items.
- Example: She carefully arranged her clothes in the dresser.
- 2. A person who dresses or grooms another, such as in a theatrical context.
- Example: The dresser helped him put on his costume before the show.
- 3. A unit of furniture that includes a mirror and a set of drawers, often used for vanity.
- Example: She sat at her dresser to apply her makeup before the party.
- 4. A term used in some contexts to refer to a person or device that prepares food, particularly for presentation.
- Example: The dresser arranged the dishes beautifully for the banquet.
Etymology
From Middle English 'dreser', related to the act of dressing.
Common Phrases and Expressions
dresser drawer:
A drawer within a dresser used for storing items.
full dresser:
A dressing table equipped with a mirror and suitable for personal grooming.
top dresser:
The top portion of a dresser, sometimes referred to in multi-functional furniture.
Related Words
wardrobe:
A tall cupboard or cabinet in which clothes may be hung or stored.
vanity:
A table with a mirror and drawers used for personal grooming.
closet:
A small room or space for storing clothes, shoes, and other items.
Slang Meanings of dresser
Meaning: A person who is very concerned with their appearance.
Example Sentence: He's such a dresser, always checking his reflection.
Meaning: A nickname for someone who styles outfits or fashions.
Example Sentence: She's a master dresser, known for her trendsetting styles.