Definition

A large cabinet or wardrobe used for storing clothes and other items, often with doors and shelves.

Example

She kept her winter coats in the armoire in the hallway.

Conversation

Have you seen my new armoire?

No, I haven't! What does it look like?

It's a tall, ornate piece made of dark wood.

That sounds beautiful! I can't wait to see it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Armoire → The word comes from Old French *armoire*, meaning a cupboard or wardrobe, derived from *arme* (meaning arms or weapons) and the suffix *-oire* (indicating a place). An armoire originally referred to a place for storing arms, but it evolved to mean a storage cabinet or wardrobe for clothing.

Memory Tip

Imagine a place where you store your 'arms' ('arme') — that's how you can remember that an 'armoire' is a type of storage cabinet.

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