noun ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A sturdy box with a lock, for storing valuables.

   "Near-synonyms: safe-deposit box, safe deposit box, safety-deposit box"

2. 2
   a strongly made box for holding money or valuables; can be locked wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms

safebankbursarycash registercashboxchest

Example

More examples

"Near-synonyms: safe-deposit box, safe deposit box, safety-deposit box"

Etymology

From strong + box. Compare French coffre-fort.

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