closet

[ˈklɒzɪt]
[ˈklɑzɪt]
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A closet is a small room or enclosed space in a house used for storing things like clothes and personal items.

When people talk about a closet, they usually mean the small room next to their bedroom where they keep their clothes and other belongings. It's often a narrow space with shelves and rods inside, but sometimes it's just a big cabinet or armoire. You might also hear someone talking about a walk-in closet, which is a bigger area that you can actually walk into – usually found in nicer homes. Some people even call the small space under their bed a "closet," although technically it's more like a storage space. When you're getting ready for work or school, you'll probably start by opening your closet to grab what you need!

How common is "closet"?

Word closet is considered uncommon in modern English.
It appears most frequently in fiction texts and less often in other writings.
Definitions

noun

  • Any private area, (particularly) bowers in the open air.

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verb

  • To shut away for private discussion.

    Example: The ambassador has been closeted with the prime minister all afternoon. We're all worried what will be announced when they exit.

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adjective

  • Private.

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