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drawer

Pronunciation: /dɹɔː(ɹ)/

The English word “drawer” has 7 meanings listed here.

noun

  1. An open-topped box that can be slid in and out of the cabinet that contains it, used for storing clothing or other articles.
  2. A side panel containing supplementary content.
  3. An artist who primarily makes drawings.
  4. One who writes a bank draft, check/cheque, or promissory note.
  5. A barman; a person who draws the beer from the taps.
  6. Someone who taps palm sap for making toddy.
  7. A wagoner or person who pushes underground tubs.

Etymology

From draw (“to move by pulling”) + -er; compare French tiroir. Attested from the 16th century.

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