Definition

The amount of items that can fit inside a closet.

Example

She had a closetful of clothes that she never wore.

Conversation

I finally cleaned out my room and found a closetful of clothes I don't wear anymore.

That's awesome! What are you going to do with them?

I'm planning to donate a whole closetful to charity this weekend.

That's a great idea! Someone else will really benefit from them.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'closetful' is formed from 'closet' (from Middle English *closet*, meaning a small room or cupboard) and '-ful' (meaning full of). Therefore, 'closetful' means full of closets or the contents of a closet.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'closet' being 'full' — that's what 'closetful' means, something that is full of the items typically found in a closet.

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