English Explanatory Dictionary

strongbox

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun

A sturdy box with a lock, for storing valuables.

Word forms

strongbox strongboxes

Etymology

From strong + box. Compare French coffre-fort.

Synonyms

lockbox safe safebox safe-deposit box safe deposit box safety-deposit box

Related words

locker poor box poorbox

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