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cupboard

noun cup·board \ˈkə-bərd\

: a piece of furniture used for storage that has doors and contains shelves

: a small room with shelves where you keep cups, dishes, or food

: a small room where things are stored

Full Definition of CUPBOARD

: a closet with shelves where dishes, utensils, or food is kept; also : a small closet

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First Known Use of CUPBOARD

1530

Related to CUPBOARD

Synonyms: cuddy, closet, pantry, press

Other Furniture and Woodworking Terms

appoint, credenza, mission, settee

CUPBOARD Defined for Kids

cupboard

noun cup·board \ˈkə-bərd\

Definition of CUPBOARD for Kids

: a closet usually with shelves for dishes or food

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