Thesaurus results for CABINET

cabinet

noun

ˈkab-nit

Definition of cabinet

as in cupboard

a storage case typically having doors and shelves the most precious knickknacks were kept in a cabinet with glass doors

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Recent Examples of cabinet His departure, alongside that of Benny Gantz, effectively ended the national unity arrangement and precipitated the dissolution of the war cabinet. — Eric Cortellessa, Time, 25 Oct. 2026 On every floor, display cabinets overflow with magic wands, sparkly hats, silk scarves, handcuffs, dice, Rubik's Cubes, toys, photographs and dozens of trophies earned by students in competitions all over the world. — Julie Bourdin, NPR, 25 Oct. 2026 The back of the cabinet has a simple, matte-black finish without any loud logos. — Zackery Cuevas, PC Magazine, 25 Oct. 2026 Suites, even at their lowest tier, are oversized and spacious with separate dining areas, stand-alone bar cabinets, walk-in showers, custom closets, and window-side bathtubs with televisions. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for cabinet

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Noun

Likewise, Cosori recommends keeping its air fryer away from cupboards and steam-sensitive surfaces, with about 5 inches of clearance behind and above it.

— Ryan Brennan, Sacbee.com, 22 Oct. 2026
Revitalift products have been in my mom’s bathroom cupboard for some time.

— Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of cupboard

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Thrifting, attending clothing swaps and raiding friends' and family members' closets are all ways to avoid buying new costumes.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 24 Oct. 2026
She is obsessed with her closet, the organization of which puts even Kim to shame.

— Jonathan Van Meter, HollywoodReporter, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of closet

Noun

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

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