hope chest

noun

Meaning

A box containing items, especially clothing, table linens, towels, bed linens, and quilts, typically stored by unmarried young women in anticipation of future married life.

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Related words

wedding chest(English)chest(English)sea chest(English)bookchest(English)tea chest(English)treasure chest(English)glory box(English)hutch(English)

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