cedar chest
noun
a chest made of or lined with cedar, used to store clothing, blankets, etc., especially for protection against moths.
Origin of cedar chest
1An Americanism dating back to 1765–75
Words Nearby cedar chest
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How to use cedar chest in a sentence
They were delivered in due time, and packed in a richly-mounted cedar chest, were sent to the royal recipient.
Tobacco; Its History, Varieties, Culture, Manufacture and Commerce | E. R. Billings.Then, while the girls uttered cries of delight, she called Janet and bade her open the cedar chest in the next room.
Three Margarets | Laura E. RichardsShe had been planning to look for a certain white wool shawl in the cedar chest near the east window.
Pollyanna | Eleanor H. PorterThere were trunks in one corner, a great many, and a cedar chest.
Kenny | Leona DalrympleNow he released it and brought himself upright upon the cedar chest.
The Rest Hollow Mystery | Rebecca N. Porter
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