wardrobe trunk

American

noun

a large, upright trunk, usually with space on one side for hanging clothes and drawers or compartments on the other for small articles, shoes, etc.

wardrobe trunk British

noun

a large upright rectangular travelling case, usually opening longitudinally, with one side having a hanging rail, the other having drawers or compartments

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Etymology

Origin of wardrobe trunk

An Americanism dating back to 1885–90

Example Sentences

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Awakening, Mr. Bonsall remembered his dream, built the first wardrobe trunk.

From Time Magazine Archive

We were sitting on a wardrobe trunk, and it became plain that it would be easier to lean on each other than sit up straight.

From Time Magazine Archive

Emperor Hirohito gave his son a bon voyage present of pearl cuff links; the Empress personally packed his wardrobe trunk.

From Time Magazine Archive

In 1898 he organized Innovation Trunk Co., began the manufacture of the original wardrobe trunk.

From Time Magazine Archive

I'm not a storeroom or a wardrobe trunk!

From The Cat in Grandfather's House by Grabo, Carl Henry

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