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closets

n. countable
A2 Elementary US //ˈkɫɑzəts// UK //klˈɒzɪts// clos·ets

n. small rooms or large cupboards where you store clothes, shoes, or household items. They help keep a bedroom or hallway organized by hiding things behind a door.

n. enclosed spaces or small rooms used for the storage of garments, linens, or household supplies. Primarily North American in usage; equivalent to 'wardrobes' or 'cupboards' in British English.


SIMPLE

She hangs her winter coats in the bedroom closets.

CONTEXTUAL

The new apartment features walk-in closets that provide plenty of space for their growing collection of shoes.

COMPLEX

Architects often prioritize deep closets in residential designs to maximize floor space in the living areas while ensuring sufficient storage for the occupants' belongings.

Synonyms
Usage

Plural form of 'closet'. In North American English, it refers to built-in storage, whereas in British English, it is a dated term for a private room or toilet.

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