locker

noun

lock·​er ˈlä-kər How to pronounce locker (audio)
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1
a
: a drawer, cupboard, or compartment that may be closed with a lock
especially : one for individual storage use
b
: a chest or compartment on shipboard for compact stowage of articles
c
: a refrigerated compartment or room for the storage of fresh or frozen foods
a meat locker
2
: one that locks

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the enlisted man usually stored his uniform in his locker at the foot of his bed a down-at-the heels health club where most of the lockers look to be unusable
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The coordinator also stopped by Butker’s locker on his way to the bus to offer some encouragement. — Pete Sweeney october 26, Kansas City Star, 26 Oct. 2026 There's been no drama over the past eight weeks, beyond Carson Hocevar stuffing Ryan Blaney in a locker. — Zach Dean Outkick, FOXNews.com, 26 Oct. 2026 The flatbed also include's side storage lockers and a long rear drawer for extra cargo space. — New Atlas, 23 Oct. 2026 Dalton has a different locker assignment on the opposite side, but that’s perhaps the biggest difference between him and Rush, who filled the role as a veteran presence and the only player above 30 years old in the Falcons’ quarterback room. — Daniel Flick, AJC.com, 22 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for locker

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First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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

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locker

noun
lock·​er ˈläk-ər How to pronounce locker (audio)
: a cabinet, compartment, or chest for personal use or for storing food at a low temperature
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