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strongbox

[strawng-boks, strong-]

strong·box

[strawng-boks, strong-]
noun
a strongly made, lockable box or chest for safeguarding valuable possessions, as money, jewels, or documents.

Origin:
1675–85; strong + box1
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Strongbox is always a great word to know.
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strongbox (ˈstrɒŋˌbɒks)
 
n
a specially designed box or safe in which valuables are locked for safety

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