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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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Nearby words

  1. nesslerize,
  2. nessus,
  3. nest,
  4. nest box,
  5. nest egg,
  6. nesta,
  7. nested,
  8. nesting,
  9. nesting table,
  10. nestle

Origin of nest of drawers

First recorded in 1695–1705
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