locker
n. countable A2 Elementary US //ˈɫɑkɝ// UK //lˈɒkɐ// lock·er
n. a small metal cupboard with a lock where you can keep your things safe. You usually find them in schools, gyms, or train stations.
n. a small, lockable cupboard or compartment for the storage of personal belongings. Typically found in public or institutional settings such as schools, gymnasiums, or transport hubs.
I left my gym bag in my locker.
Students are required to empty their lockers before the summer break begins to allow for deep cleaning.
The facility provides secure lockers for visitors, ensuring that personal items remain protected while guests enjoy the various amenities of the sports complex.
From lock + -er (patient suffix) or -er (agent noun suffix). Cognate with German Loch, Dutch luik, and Dutch loket.