coalbin

[ kohl-bin ]

noun

1. a bin used for holding coal.

Word History and Origins

Origin of coalbin¹

An Americanism dating back to 1860–65; coal + bin

Example Sentences

If this is not possible, the next best thing is to have the coalbin enclosed, for the coal makes the worst of the cellar dirt.

From Project Gutenberg

I smile now as I recall that watermelon grin, when the darkey yawned like a coalbin in expression of his greeting.

From Project Gutenberg

There should be a window in the coalbin through which the coal can be put in.

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