nest of drawers

noun

a miniature chest of drawers made in the 18th century, often set on top of a desk or table.

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earnest
full seriousness, as of intention or purpose.
a feeling of dread, anxiety, or anguish.
urgent character; imperativeness; insistence; importunateness.
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Origin of nest of drawers

First recorded in 1695–1705

Words nearby nest of drawers

nesslerize, nessus, nest, nest box, nest egg, nest of drawers, nesta, nested, nesting, nesting table, nestle
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