cupboard

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA ^(key): /ˈkʌb.əd/
• (US) IPA ^(key): /ˈkʌ.bɚd/

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Noun

Singular cupboard

Plural cupboards

A cupboard

1. (countable) A cupboard is a piece of furniture with shelves to hold dishes, towels, food, etc.

   He took cups, plates and saucers from the kitchen cupboards and stacked them on the table.

Related words

• cup
• board