Definition

Noun: - A chest for storage of toys: A "toy chest" is a piece of furniture, typically a box with a lid, designed specifically for storing children's toys.

Usage

• The primary function of a "toy chest" is to provide organized storage for toys, helping to keep a room tidy.
• It is commonly found in children's bedrooms or playrooms.

Examples

• Noun:
  • Please put your blocks back in the toy chest when you're finished playing.
  • We bought a wooden toy chest to organize all the stuffed animals.

Advanced Usage

• "to be a treasure chest": While not a direct idiom with "toy chest," the concept is sometimes playfully compared to a treasure chest, implying it holds valuable items (to the child).
  • To my son, his toy chest is like a pirate's treasure chest.

Variants and Related Words

• Toy box (n): A synonym for "toy chest," often used interchangeably.
  • The toy box was overflowing with dolls and cars.

Synonyms

• Storage chest for toys: A descriptive synonym.
• Toy bin: Often refers to a container, which may be softer or without a hinged lid, but serves a similar purpose.

Noun

1. chest for storage of toys