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 Pictures or objects were mounted inside a box or wooden cabinet and viewed through a small hole or magnifying glass, creating the illusion of depth perception, sometimes illuminated with candles to create special lighting effects. — ArsTechnica, 2 Oct. 2026 Pull-out trash or recycling bins can move inside a cabinet, which reclaims floor space and keeps the main work areas less crowded. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 1 Oct. 2026 Steel-frame magnetic systems turn that blank panel into a spice wall, utensil rail or paper towel holder without a single hole in a wall or cabinet. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 1 Oct. 2026 The kitchen, for example, had overhead cabinets that blocked the views of the cliffs and canyons of Topanga State Park, which stretches just beyond the living room and deck. — Lisa Boone, Los Angeles Times, 30 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for cabinet

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Noun

Revitalift products have been in my mom’s bathroom cupboard for some time.

— Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2026
The front cupboard hatch door, meanwhile, folds down to access the interior and create another surface for work and storage.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 25 Sep. 2026

Definition of cupboard

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An April 2025 legionella report obtained by The Sacramento Bee shows the bacteria was found in at least 17 samples, including those taken from the men’s locker room, a women’s bathroom and several janitor closets.

— Corey Schmidt, Sacbee.com, 3 Oct. 2026
Widely recognized as London’s oldest luxury hotel, updates like glossy marble bathrooms, vibrant textiles, and mahogany walk-in closets have breathed new life into this historic stay.

— Katharine Sohn, Architectural Digest, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of closet

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Their lockers in the home clubhouse are just steps away from each other.

— Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 1 Oct. 2026
To avoid bear encounters, Fish and Wildlife recommends removing unsecured food from cars and tents, using bear-resistant food canisters or bear lockers, and regularly disposing trash.

— Iris Kwok, Los Angeles Times, 26 Sep. 2026

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