Safety-deposit (Noun)
Meaning
A fireproof metal strongbox (usually in a bank) for storing valuables.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- She kept her grandmother's antique jewelry in a safety-deposit box at the local bank for added security.
- The businessman rented a safety-deposit box to store his valuable business documents and important contracts.
- The couple decided to store their family heirlooms in a fireproof safety-deposit box for safekeeping.
- Before going on her long trip, she placed her passport and other essential documents in a safety-deposit box.
- Her mother had kept the original will in a safety-deposit box to prevent it from getting lost or damaged.