chest
Translation
chest, thorax, coffer
Examples
He has a pain in his chest.
He has a pain in his chest.
She kept old photos in a wooden chest.
She kept old photos in a wooden chest.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.'s)) chest the upper front part of the body He has a pain in his chest.
((a/the)) chest a large strong box She kept old photos in a wooden chest.
Similar Words
Synonyms: (body) torso, breast; (box) coffer, trunk, box
Etymology
From Old English 'cest' meaning a large box. The sense of 'upper part of the torso' developed later.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'treasure chest,' then think of your own chest as a 'treasure chest' for your heart and lungs.