cupboard
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for cupboard, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A cabinet or small closet with doors and shelves, used to store dishes, food, or other household items.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
Originally meant a board or table for displaying valuable dishware — literally a "cup board." Over time the pronunciation shifted and the word came to mean an enclosed storage cabinet instead of an open display shelf.
Full origin of cupboard →Frequently asked questions
What does “cupboard” mean?
The word “cupboard” means a cabinet or small closet with doors and shelves, used to store dishes, food, or other household items. In plain terms, a small cabinet, usually built into a kitchen wall, for storing dishes or food.
How do you pronounce “cupboard”?
“Cupboard” is pronounced KUHB-uhd (/ˈkʌb.ɚd/ in IPA).
How do you use “cupboard” in a sentence?
Here is “cupboard” used in a sentence: “The plates and bowls are kept in the cupboard above the sink.”
What is another word for “cupboard”?
Words with a similar meaning to “cupboard” include pantry and larder.
What part of speech is “cupboard”?
“Cupboard” is a noun.
Is “cupboard” a common word?
“Cupboard” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the A2 level.