drawer

[drawr, draw-er] / drɔr, ˈdrɔ ər /

NOUN

case

Synonyms

STRONG

bag baggage basket bin box cabinet caddy caisson canister capsule carton cartridge casing casket chamber chassis chest coffer cover covering crate crating crib envelope folder grip holder integument jacket receptacle scabbard sheath shell suitcase trunk wallet wrapper wrapping

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More than 30 years later, Nesbitt rediscovered it in a drawer and brought it to Virginia Tech for further study.

From Science Daily • Apr. 15, 2026

For the hardware, the couple will be replacing the existing silver-toned metal with gold, including new faucets, new drawer handles, and new knobs for the cupboards.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 8, 2026

It had been tucked away in a museum drawer for decades as it was thought to have been an unremarkable specimen.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

She pores over a drawer of unorganized jewelry to find the right piece.

From Salon • Feb. 28, 2026

I watch as Kendrick throws his backpack over one shoulder and walks up the aisle while Mr. Stanley digs around in his desk drawer for the hall pass.

From "Popcorn" by Rob Harrell

drawer

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