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strongbox
noun strong·box \ˈstrȯŋ-ˌbäks\
: a box that is usually made of metal, that can be locked, and that is used to keep money or valuable things
Full Definition of STRONGBOX
: a strongly made chest or case for money or valuables
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First Known Use of STRONGBOX
1684
Related to STRONGBOX
- Synonyms
- coffer, safe-deposit box, safe
Rhymes with STRONGBOX
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