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    Cajones (en. Drawers)

    /kaˈxones/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Furniture used to store objects, usually with a lid.
    I placed the tools in the desk drawer.
    Guardé las herramientas en el cajón del escritorio.
    A storage compartment in furniture such as tables or dressers.
    He took the clothes out of the drawer and folded them.
    Sacó la ropa del cajón y la dobló.
    A section of a closet or shelf intended for storing things.
    The kitchen drawer is full of cutlery.
    El cajón de la cocina está lleno de cubiertos.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'cavus', meaning hollow or empty.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to not have guts
    To not have space or resources available.
    no tener cajones
    to put in the drawer
    To set aside or ignore something.
    echar a los cajones

    Related Words

    drawer
    Container or storage compartment.
    cajón
    furniture
    Item used for the furnishings of a place.
    mueble
    storage
    Action of storing or keeping things.
    almacenamiento

    Slang Meanings

    To have guts or courage.
    You need to have guts to face that situation.
    Necesitas tener cajones para enfrentar esa situación.
    Expression indicating that someone is brave or bold.
    That guy has impressive guts.
    Ese tipo tiene unos cajones impresionantes.