safe–deposit box

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of SAFE-DEPOSIT BOX

a specially reinforced container to keep valuables safe <kept the deed to the house in a safe-deposit box at the bank>

Synonyms coffer, safe-deposit box, strongbox

Related Words lockbox; vault; locker, storeroom, treasury; box, caddy, case, casket, chest, footlocker, locker, trunk

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