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cupboard

American  
[kuhb-erd] / ˈkʌb ərd /

noun

  1. a closet with shelves for dishes, cups, etc.

  2. Chiefly British. any small closet or cabinet, as for clothes, food, or the like.

cupboard British  
/ ˈkʌbəd /

noun

  1. a piece of furniture or a recessed area of a room, with a door concealing storage space

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Etymology

Origin of cupboard

First recorded in 1275–1325, cupboard is from the Middle English word cuppebord. See cup, board

Example Sentences

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Grandma was over at her cupboard putting something in a basket when I walked into the kitchen.

From Literature

There’s wool in the cupboard, said a small voice in my head.

From Literature

A cupboard filled with clothes, food and other essentials is helping around 45 families each week who are struggling with the cost of living.

From BBC

She has changed the colour of kitchen cupboards and created a faux marble worktop with vinyl.

From BBC

However, they may be in cupboards at home, which is why parents and caregivers are being asked to check their supplies.

From BBC

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