noun
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locker
LOK-uh
Locker (noun) means a small, lockable storage compartment, often found in schools, gyms, or workplaces. Example: “Please put your coat and bag in the locker before you swim.”
noun
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A small, lockable storage compartment, often found in schools, gyms, or workplaces.
"Please put your coat and bag in the locker before you swim."
"He kept his gym clothes in his locker."
"She forgot her locker combination on the first day."
How to use locker
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA small compartment, usually lockable, for storing personal belongings.
Common pairings
gym locker
locker room
open a locker
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- lockers
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Etymology
Formed from lock + the suffix -er.
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What does “locker” mean?
The word “locker” means a small, lockable storage compartment, often found in schools, gyms, or workplaces. In plain terms, a small compartment, usually lockable, for storing personal belongings.
How do you pronounce “locker”?
“Locker” is pronounced LOK-uh (/ˈlɑ.kɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “locker” in a sentence?
Here is “locker” used in a sentence: “He kept his gym clothes in his locker.”
What is another word for “locker”?
Words with a similar meaning to “locker” include footlocker.
What part of speech is “locker”?
“Locker” is a noun.
Is “locker” a common word?
“Locker” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between a "locker" and a "cupboard"?
A "locker" is a small, lockable storage compartment, typically metal and found in shared spaces such as schools, gyms, or stations. A "cupboard" is a piece of furniture with shelves and doors for storage at home and is not usually lockable or arranged in a public row.
What is the difference between a "locker" and a "cabinet"?
A "locker" is designed for personal use in a public or shared setting and can be secured with a lock. A "cabinet" is a general storage unit with shelves or drawers, often for a kitchen, office, or bathroom, and is not usually for individual secured use.
What are common types of "locker"?
Common types include school lockers, gym lockers, staff lockers, and left-luggage lockers at stations and airports. A "locker room" is a changing room lined with such compartments.
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