Speakur

Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

safe-deposit box

Word Rarity Uncommon

Frequency: Zipf frequency 4.12 in modern English

Syllables
safe-de-posit box
IPA
29
Scrabble Score
14
Letters
3
Syllables
11
Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

A fireproof metal box for holding personal valuables; (usually specifically) one stored in a secure vault such as a bank vault or (in some countries) a post office..

Example Sentences

Inflected Forms

safe-deposit boxes (plural) safe deposit box (alternative) safety-deposit box (alternative)

Phrases

post office box

Frequently Paired Words

locker post office box

Synonyms

safebox safe strongbox lockbox safe-deposit safety-deposit safety deposit box deposit box

Questions

What does safe-deposit box mean?
A fireproof metal box for holding personal valuables; (usually specifically) one stored in a secure vault such as a bank vault or (in some countries) a post office..

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