closets 1 of 2

noun

Definition of closetsnext
plural of closet
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as in pantries
a built-in space for storage behind a door a broom closet for the vacuum, carpet sweeper, ironing board, etc.

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as in rooms
an area within a building that has been set apart from surrounding space by a wall a huge walk-in closet

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as in cupboards
a storage case typically having doors and shelves a china closet in the Hepplewhite style

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closets

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verb

present tense third-person singular of closet
as in houses
to close or shut in by or as if by barriers he closeted himself in his study, vowing not to emerge until he had finished the term paper

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  1. pantries
  2. cabinets
  3. lockers
Noun
  • The nonprofit's network of pantries saw a dropoff in volunteers during the pandemic, though some continued to help with long lines of people needing supplies.
    Annalise Frank, Axios, 3 Dec. 2024
  • These visual reminders help inform individual food choices and guide food pantries to assess and improve the types of food available.
    Jay Reddick, Orlando Sentinel, 30 Nov. 2024
Definition of pantries
Noun
  • The main living area is outfitted with a fireplace, the retro-style kitchen incorporates flat-front cabinets and a large deck provides unobstructed views over the rugged landscape.
    Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Keeping garage doors closed, opening kitchen and bathroom cabinets to allow warm air to filter to plumbing and turning off water to unheated areas can also protect pipes.
    Hayleigh Evans, The Arizona Republic, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of cabinets
Noun
  • Hundreds of Berkeley’s roughly 844 unsheltered residents access services through the Dorothy Day House each day – services such as warm meals, showers, clean clothes, storage lockers, housing support, job training and a safe bed to sleep.
    Sierra Lopez, The Mercury News, 8 Dec. 2024
  • Use secure delivery options to safeguard packages Ship packages to a secure location, such as Amazon lockers, FedEx offices, or your workplace if permitted, the AG's Office said.
    Jalen Williams, Detroit Free Press, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of lockers
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