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

After everyone goes to sleep in their own bed, Nathan and Gael stay up texting, planning to meet in the starboard-bow locker, which has no cameras. —Emma Soren, Vulture, 10 June 2024

Patterson advised using a food storage locker if provided in campgrounds and picnic areas. —Cnn, The Mercury News, 7 June 2024

Extras, such as shuttle passes, lockers, merch and parking, are also available now. —Ed Masley, The Arizona Republic, 3 June 2024

That includes storing any smelly attractants, including coolers, cooking gear, pet food, and toiletries inside a bear-resistant food locker (or bear box) or a hard-sided vehicle with the windows rolled up. —Brooke Baitinger, Idaho Statesman, 21 May 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