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| kitchen cabinet |
a cabinet, cupboard, or closet in a kitchen. [1/2 definitions] |
| linen closet |
a closet with shelves used for storing linen, such as sheets, towels, blankets, and the like. |
| Murphy bed |
a bed that can be folded up into a closet or other recessed area when not in use. |
| vestiary |
a dressing room or closet, esp. in a monastery or the like. [1/2 definitions] |
| walk-in |
a closet, locker, cooler, or the like that is large enough to be walked into. [1/6 definitions] |
| wardrobe |
a tall closet or cabinet, or a small room where clothes are kept. [1/2 definitions] |
| w.c. |
abbreviation of "water closet," a flush toilet, or a room or booth containing a toilet and often a washbowl. |
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