Synonyms for

Dresser

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

Definition

A piece of furniture with drawers and shelves for storing clothes.

Synonyms & similar words

bureau actorsassistant chestofdrawers vanity toilettable dressingtable chest bureau wardrobe closet armoire cabinet cupboard chiffonier commode vanity sideboard buffet console hutch bookcase shelving storage locker trunk box

Synonyms by register

Formal

chest of drawers cabinet bureau

Informal

drawers dresser drawer

Literary

wardrobe chiffonier

Antonyms

undresser naked bare unclothed exposed

Common collocations

  • wooden dresser
  • antique dresser
  • dresser top
  • dresser drawers
  • tall dresser
  • bedroom dresser
  • dresser mirror

Word family

noun dresser
verb dress

Usage note

A dresser is a piece of furniture with drawers for storing clothes. It is often confused with a wardrobe, which is a larger, taller piece of furniture for hanging clothes.

Example sentences

  1. She opened the dresser drawer and took out a shirt.
  2. My mom keeps all her jewelry in the dresser.
  3. The dresser is too heavy to move by myself.
  4. I need to buy a new dresser to store my clothes.
  5. The dresser in my room is made of oak wood.

Quotes

  • "I have a dressing room obsession, so I have a lot of clothes, and I love playing with how to put an outfit together. I usually have a vague idea in my head and go from there." - Miranda Kerr
  • "I'm not a dresser. I'm not a person that's going to put on a ton of layers." - Megan Fox
  • "I want to be a dressmaker and design clothes. I'll probably have a show on Broadway one day." - Willow Smith

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