cabinet
Translation
cabinet, cupboard, government
Examples
She put the dishes in the kitchen cabinet.
She put the dishes in the kitchen cabinet.
The president met with his cabinet.
The president met with his cabinet.
Grammar Patterns
a ((type of)) cabinet a piece of furniture She put the dishes in the kitchen cabinet.
((sb.'s)) cabinet a group of government advisors The president met with his cabinet.
Similar Words
Synonyms: (furniture) cupboard, closet; (government) council, administration
Etymology
From French 'cabinet', a diminutive of 'cabin', meaning a small room.
Memory Tips
A small 'cabin' for storing things, or a small private room where government advisors meet.