Definition

A piece of furniture that is tall and has drawers, usually divided into two parts, with the upper part having smaller drawers and the lower part being larger.

Example

She stored her winter clothes in the highboy in the corner of the bedroom.

Conversation

Have you seen that new highboy in the living room?

Yeah, it looks really elegant and adds a nice touch to the space.

I love how it has so much storage for all the little things.

Exactly! It's perfect for keeping everything organized.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Highboy → The word 'highboy' is formed from 'high' (from Old English 'hēah', meaning tall or elevated) and 'boy' (from Middle English 'boi', meaning a young man or lad). A highboy is a tall chest of drawers, combining the idea of height with the function of a piece of furniture typically used by young men or in young men's rooms.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'tall' ('high') and used for storing items, which is why a highboy is a tall piece of furniture.

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