sea chest

noun

Nautical.

1. a fitting in a hull below the water line, for admitting or discharging water.

2. a chest for the personal belongings of a sailor.

sea chest

noun

1. a usually large firm chest used by a sailor for storing personal property

Word History and Origins

Origin of sea chest¹

First recorded in 1660–70

Example Sentences

When Nat went aboard the Astrea, two sailors handled his gear for him, staggering under the weight of an extra sea chest.

From Literature

A sea chest belonging to John Claypoole had been given to the museum in 2019 by another branch of the family.

From Seattle Times

I asked Scooter, “What about your sea chest?”

From Literature

The crack formed on a spot where two pieces were welded together and was hidden behind a sea chest that houses a fire pump, which is part of an onboard sprinkler system.

From Washington Post

Jemmy saw that the prince was wearing a black cloak and carrying a wicker basket the size of a sea chest.

From Literature