safe-deposit box
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safe–deposit box

noun

Definition of SAFE-DEPOSIT BOX

: a box (as in the vault of a bank) for safe storage of valuables —called also safety-deposit box

First Known Use of SAFE-DEPOSIT BOX

1874

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