Meaning of cabinet in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈkæb(ə)nət/

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  1. Noun

    cabinet

    Etymology

    mid 16th century: from cabin+ -et, influenced by French cabinet

    Definitions

    1. a cupboard-like repository or piece of furniture with doors and shelves and drawers

    Examples

    • « for storage or display »
  2. 2. persons appointed by a head of state to head executive departments of government and act as official advisers
  3. 3. a storage compartment for clothes and valuables

    Examples

    • « usually it has a lock »
  4. 4. housing for electronic instruments, as radio or television

Famous quotes

  • « We created the Cabinet Committee on the Environment to review the environmental implications of all government initiatives. I think what made us successful was the fact that it was a sustained approach. We did something new every year. »
    Brian Mulroney
  • « As far as I'm aware, everybody in the shadow cabinet accepts that there's a compelling case on climate change and a strong scientific case. »
    William Hague
  • « You know, my dad served in the President's Cabinet after his time as a governor. He told me he enjoyed being governor a lot more. Now, I understand why. If I do my job well, I can make a difference in people's lives and I can help our children realize their dreams. »
    Mitt Romney
  • « True, some land was bought by a few Cabinet Ministers. They bought the land. No minister, to my knowledge acquired land which was meant for resettlement. »
    Robert Mugabe
  • « I made a mistake by being ejected from the presidency. Next time, I will choose a Cabinet which will allow me to be life President. »
    Nelson Mandela

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