dresser
7 synonyms for dresser, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A piece of furniture with drawers, used to store clothes, often with a mirror attached.
Synonyms
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Less common
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toilet table
dressing table
chest of drawers
actor's assistant
Etymology
From Old French dresseur, related to the verb "dress" in its original sense of "to arrange or prepare."
Full origin of dresser →Frequently asked questions
What does “dresser” mean?
The word “dresser” means a piece of furniture with drawers, used to store clothes, often with a mirror attached. In plain terms, a piece of bedroom or kitchen furniture for storing clothes or crockery, or a person whose job involves dressing someone else.
How do you pronounce “dresser”?
“Dresser” is pronounced DREH-suh (/ˈdɹɛsə/ in IPA).
How do you use “dresser” in a sentence?
Here is “dresser” used in a sentence: “She kept her jewellery in the top drawer of the dresser.”
What part of speech is “dresser”?
“Dresser” is a noun.
Where does the word “dresser” come from?
The word “dresser” comes from Old French. From Old French dresseur, related to the verb "dress" in its original sense of "to arrange or prepare.".
Is “dresser” a common word?
“Dresser” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “dresser” have?
“Dresser” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a piece of furniture with drawers, used to store clothes, often with a mirror attached.
Related words
dress-up
dressing
