Synonyms for

Chest

Verb / tʃest / Another word for chest — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A large box used for storing things or a person's upper body between the neck and the stomach.

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Literary

Antonyms

Common collocations

  • open chest
  • chest pain
  • chest cavity
  • chest x-ray
  • chest muscles
  • chest hair
  • chest pocket
  • chest of drawers

Word family

noun chest
verb chest
adjective chestful

Usage note

The word 'chest' can refer to the human torso or a storage container. Context is crucial for disambiguation. 'Chest' as a verb is less common and often means to put something on display or to confront.

Example sentences

  1. The pirate's treasure was hidden in a chest.
  2. I put my clothes in my chest of drawers.
  3. He hurt his chest while playing football.
  4. She held her chest when she heard the good news.
  5. The doctor listened to the patient's chest with a stethoscope.

Quotes

  • My chest is a treasure chest.
  • The heart that loves is always young.
  • The heart is wiser than the intellect.

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