chest Synonyms
Another word for chest
• noun (Context 1)
The front surface of a person's or animal's body between the neck and the abdomen, enclosed by the ribs and containing the heart and lungs.
"He crossed his arms over his thorax and waited patiently for an answer."
• noun (Context 2)
A large, sturdy box with a lid, typically made of wood, used for storage or transport.
"They discovered an antique wooden trunk filled with old letters in the attic."
• verb (Context 3)
To hit, deflect, or control a ball using one's chest (especially in association football or soccer).
"The striker gracefully chested the ball down before volleying it into the net."
• noun (Context 4)
The treasury or financial resources of a public institution, organization, or specific fund.
"The community council had to draw funds from the public treasury to repair the bridge."
• verb (Context 5)
To place, store, or pack items in a chest.
"Before setting sail, the quartermaster carefully chested the remaining gold."
Opposites of chest
Looking for antonyms? The opposite of chest varies depending on the context. Here are a few common opposites: