dresser

1 of 2

noun (1)

dress·​er ˈdre-sər How to pronounce dresser (audio)
Synonyms of dressernext
1
obsolete : a table or sideboard for preparing and serving food
2
: a cupboard to hold dishes and cooking utensils
3
: a chest of drawers or bureau with a mirror

dresser

2 of 2

noun (2)

: one that dresses
a fashionable dresser

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If her necklaces and rings are scattered across her dresser, thisjewelry box gives everything a pretty place to call home. — Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 28 Oct. 2026 The primary bedroom has a pair of closets and enough room for a dresser and side tables, whereas the spartan second bedroom is situated on the opposite end of the apartment and is best suited for a home office or a very small child’s room. — Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 26 Oct. 2026 Missy MacIvor was hogtied with belts from her dresser drawers. — Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 22 Oct. 2026 This dresser accommodates all your clothing, linens, and more, while the antique brass knobs add a pretty design detail. — Sarah Scott, Southern Living, 11 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for dresser

Word History

First Known Use

Noun (1)

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun (2)

1520, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of dresser was in the 14th century

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Kids Definition

dresser

1 of 2 noun
dress·​er ˈdres-ər How to pronounce dresser (audio)
: a piece of furniture (as a chest or bureau) with a mirror

dresser

2 of 2 noun
: one that dresses
a fashionable dresser

Medical Definition

dresser

noun
dress·​er ˈdres-ər How to pronounce dresser (audio)
: a person who serves as a doctor's assistant especially in the dressing of lesions

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