chest of drawers

noun

, Furniture.

1. a piece of furniture consisting of a set of drawers in a frame set on short legs, or feet, for holding clothing, household linens, etc.

chest of drawers

noun

1. a piece of furniture consisting of a frame, often on short legs, containing a set of drawers

Word History and Origins

Origin of chest of drawers¹

First recorded in 1670–80

Example Sentences

Behind her, on a chest of drawers, is a photograph, clearly discernible despite the low lighting.

From BBC

It was found in a chest of drawers at a home in Berkshire, where it had been left dormant after being inherited.

From BBC

With a table, two beds, a chest of drawers, and a fireplace for cooking, there just wasn’t room for distance.

From Literature

“I typically like to incorporate a bureau or chest of drawers in my mudrooms for things like key storage, mail, loose paper,” Parkinson said.

From Seattle Times

“Don’t get a bed with the headboard that matches the dresser and the chest of drawers and the nightstands,” Moore said.

From Seattle Times