A piece of furniture with doors and shelves or drawers, used for storing or displaying items. noun
She opened the cabinet to find a set of fine china.
The kitchen cabinet was filled with spices and cooking oils.
A body of high-ranking state officials, typically consisting of the top leaders of the executive branch, usually called ministers or secretaries. noun
The Prime Minister reshuffled the cabinet to include more women.
The cabinet met to discuss the new policy on healthcare.
A small, private room or compartment, often used for a specific purpose. noun
He retreated to his cabinet to work on the manuscript.
The library had a reading cabinet for quiet study.