as in locker
a covered rectangular container for storing or transporting things
a chest containing almost every tool that the home do-it-yourselfer is likely to need
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of chest
Unpacking my third suitcase in our new West Hollywood home, a sharp pain shot through my chest.
—
Matt Gerlach,
Los Angeles Times,
3 July 2026
Zaayer walked through the front door and shot Shawna in the face before walking out back and shooting David in the chest.
—
Caroline Blair,
PEOPLE,
3 July 2026
The load sits in plates or panels that hug your chest and back, forcing your legs, core and cardiovascular system to do more work with every step.
—
Samantha Agate,
Sacbee.com,
2 July 2026
The video shows a man throwing a cellphone before another individual can be seen running around a corner, while being chased by Schmidt, who was then shot in the chest.
—
Louis Casiano,
FOXNews.com,
2 July 2026
See All Example Sentences for chest
Matt Gerlach,
Los Angeles Times,
3 July 2026
Zaayer walked through the front door and shot Shawna in the face before walking out back and shooting David in the chest.
—
Caroline Blair,
PEOPLE,
3 July 2026
The load sits in plates or panels that hug your chest and back, forcing your legs, core and cardiovascular system to do more work with every step.
—
Samantha Agate,
Sacbee.com,
2 July 2026
The video shows a man throwing a cellphone before another individual can be seen running around a corner, while being chased by Schmidt, who was then shot in the chest.
—
Louis Casiano,
FOXNews.com,
2 July 2026
See All Example Sentences for chest
Recent Examples of Synonyms for chest
Noun
-
That’s when Champion made thick cotton tops with hoods to help keep butchers warm in meat lockers and construction crews insulated during periods of cold outdoor labor.
-
Ceiling hooks for fishing rods, cargo door for two bikes, spray hose for cleaning gear and heated locker for drying it.
Noun
-
Place them in an open bin and place it on a shelf in the closet or the laundry room (which can streamline putting things away after each load).
-
Inside the house, a plastic bin in the TV room held a striped emu chick, waddling under a heat lamp.
Noun
-
The Chiefs have a world championship banner hanging atop the press box.
-
Among the celebrities watching from VIP boxes were Shakira and Inter Miami co-owner David Beckham.
Noun
-
On the rear a light bar spans the trunk framed by round tri-star tail lights.
-
The vehicle’s falcon wing doors and trunk were both open and up, as well as the front hood of the car, with chairs from the cafe scattered throughout the scene.
Cite this Entry
“Chest.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chest. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
