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| cabinet |
A cabinet is a piece of furniture that people keep things in. A cabinet usually has shelves inside, and the front of the cabinet has a door or doors. A kitchen usually has cabinets for keeping food, plates, glasses and other things. [2 definitions] |
| console2 |
a cabinet for a television set, CD player, or radio. |
| cupboard |
a cabinet with shelves for food, dishes, or other items. |
| file1 |
A file is something that holds or keeps papers or documents safe and in order. A file can be a paper folder in a desk or cabinet, or something similar to this where documents are kept on a computer. [1/5 definitions] |
| grandfather clock |
a pendulum clock that is in a tall, narrow cabinet. |
| locker |
a chest or cabinet that can be locked. |
| wardrobe |
a tall closet or cabinet, or a small room where clothes are kept. [1/2 definitions] |
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