hutch

hutch

noun

Definition of HUTCH

1

a small, simply constructed, and often temporary dwelling <the destitute family lives in a tiny hutch made of tin and cardboard>

Synonyms cabin, camp, hooch (or hootch) [slang], hovel, hut, hutch, hutment, shanty

Related Words lean-to, shed; cot, cottage, lodge; cabana; bungalow, chalet; hogan, wickiup, wigwam; tent

2

a storage case typically having doors and shelves <keeps her best china in a hutch in the dining room>

Synonyms buffet, closet, console, cupboard, hutch, locker, press, sideboard

Related Words bookcase, breakfront, chest, china closet, credence, credenza, étagère (or etagere), secretary, showcase, taboret (or tabouret), vitrine; cuddy, dresser, pie safe; armoire, clothespress, garderobe, wardrobe; cabinetry, shelving

3

an enclosure with an open framework for keeping animals <the owner took the rabbit out of the hutch so the children could pet it>

Synonyms coop, corral, hutch, pen, pound

Related Words kennel, run; kraal, stockade; cote, dovecote (also dovecot), henhouse; fold, sheepfold; pigpen; aquarium, terrarium; live-box; fence