depository
3 synonyms and 1 antonym for depository, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A place where things are stored for safekeeping, such as a warehouse or vault.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use depository
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
book depository
secure depository
depository institution
Etymology
From Medieval Latin depositorium, built on Latin depositum, "something set down" — the same root as deposit.
Full origin of depository →Frequently asked questions
What does “depository” mean?
The word “depository” means a place where things are stored for safekeeping, such as a warehouse or vault. In plain terms, a safe place where things are kept, or the person/place responsible for holding them.
How do you pronounce “depository”?
“Depository” is pronounced dih-PO-ziht-ree (/dɪˈpɑzɪtɔɹi/ in IPA).
How do you use “depository” in a sentence?
Here is “depository” used in a sentence: “The old cathedral serves as a depository for centuries of religious artefacts.”
What is the opposite of “depository”?
The opposite of “depository” — its antonyms — is nondepository.
What part of speech is “depository”?
“Depository” is a noun.
Where does the word “depository” come from?
The word “depository” comes from Medieval Latin. From Medieval Latin depositorium, built on Latin depositum, "something set down" — the same root as deposit.
How many meanings does “depository” have?
“Depository” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a place where things are stored for safekeeping, such as a warehouse or vault.
