drawer
Pronunciation: /dɹɔː(ɹ)/
The English word “drawer” has 7 meanings listed here.
noun
- An open-topped box that can be slid in and out of the cabinet that contains it, used for storing clothing or other articles.
- A side panel containing supplementary content.
- An artist who primarily makes drawings.
- One who writes a bank draft, check/cheque, or promissory note.
- A barman; a person who draws the beer from the taps.
- Someone who taps palm sap for making toddy.
- 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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