strongbox

Thân thiện

The shopkeeper places the cash in the strongbox at the end of the day.

Definition

Noun: A secure, robustly constructed container designed to hold money, jewelry, important documents, or other valuables. It is typically made of heavy-duty materials like metal and features a built-in lock for security.

Usage

A strongbox is used for the safe storage of items that need protection from theft, fire, or other damage. It is often found in homes, offices, or banks.

Examples

• Noun:
  • She kept the family heirlooms and old bonds in a small strongbox.
  • The office manager placed the day's cash receipts in the strongbox before depositing them at the bank.

Advanced Usage

• "The contents of the strongbox": A phrase referring to the valuable items stored inside.
  • The lawyer was entrusted with the contents of the strongbox until the will was read.

Variants and Related Words

• Safe (noun): A more common synonym, often implying a larger, heavier, and more sophisticated secure container, sometimes fireproof.
  • The hotel has a safe at the front desk for guests' valuables.

Synonyms

• Safe: A secure container for valuables.
• Lockbox: A box, often portable, that can be locked.
• Coffer: A strongbox or chest for holding valuables (can have an archaic or literary tone).

Học thuật

Noun

1. a strongly made box for holding money or valuables; can be locked

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