locker

noun

lock·​er ˈlä-kər 

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

Synonyms

• bin
• box
• caddy
• case
• casket
• chest
• trunk

Examples of locker in a Sentence

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

Recent Examples on the Web

Bryant sat in front of that locker from 2003 until the end of his career game in 2016. —Dylan Manfre, Sportico.com, 2 Aug. 2024

Most individual and group campsites on the Apostles have a fire ring, picnic table, bear-resistant food locker and nearby privy. —Axios Local, Axios, 1 Aug. 2024

Bryant, who died in a helicopter crash in 2020, spent many of his quieter moments at the Staples Center locker. —Tori Latham, Robb Report, 23 July 2024

The locker has seen some historic moments from its temporary owner throughout that period—highs and lows. —Marc Griffin, VIBE.com, 23 July 2024

Word History

First Known Use

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

Phrases Containing locker

• Davy Jones's locker
• locker room

Kids Definition

locker

noun

lock·​er ˈläk-ər 

: a cabinet, compartment, or chest for personal use or for storing food at a low temperature