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armoire

American  
[ahrm-wahr, ahrm-wahr] / ɑrmˈwɑr, ˈɑrm wɑr /

noun

  1. a large wardrobe or movable cupboard, with doors and shelves.

armoire British  
/ ɑːmˈwɑː /

noun

  1. a large cabinet, originally used for storing weapons

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Etymology

Origin of armoire

First recorded in 1565–75; from Middle French; Old French blend of armaire and aumoire; aumbry

Example Sentences

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“I look at it every day and I see something new,” Pellman said about the armoire.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 21, 2025

The bird flees from her car’s trunk to a watermelon truck to the space behind an armoire, with adults and children, including the high-spirited young daughter, Linda, in hot pursuit.

From New York Times • Feb. 29, 2024

When there isn’t one built in, designer Lauren Caron of Studio Laloc says she and her team often create a free-standing closet with an antique armoire.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 19, 2024

This Instagrammer uses an armoire in the hallway to store sheets, and we love that the see-through doors give you a peek at all the pretty patterns inside.

From Salon • Aug. 6, 2022

I left the doors of the armoire gaping open.

From "In the Time of the Butterflies" by Julia Alvarez

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