safe-deposit box
safe-deposit box
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [seyf-di-poz-it boks]
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [seyf-di-poz-it boks]
Definition of safe-deposit box words
- noun safe-deposit box a lockable metal box or drawer, especially in a bank vault, used for safely storing valuable papers, jewelry, etc. 1
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Origin of safe-deposit box
First appearance:
before 1880 One of the 23% newest English words
An Americanism dating back to 1880-85
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Parts of speech for Safe-deposit box
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
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safe-deposit box popularity
This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 2% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.
According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.
Synonyms for safe-deposit box
noun safe-deposit box
- depository — A depository is a place where objects can be stored safely.
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