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UK//ˈwɔːdrəʊb//US//ˈwɔrdroʊb//

Meaning of Wardrobe

A large cupboard or cabinet for storing clothes.

In simple words: A piece of furniture for storing clothes.

Wardrobe in a sentence

  • She opened the wardrobe to find her favorite dress.
  • The wardrobe was filled with winter coats and summer clothes.
  • He bought a new wardrobe for his bedroom.
  • After reorganizing, the wardrobe had much more space.
  • She prefers a wardrobe that matches her furniture style.

How to use Wardrobe

Use 'wardrobe' to refer to a storage unit for clothes. It’s common in both spoken and written English. Avoid using in formal contexts where more technical terms are preferred.

Grammar pattern

countable noun

Memory hint

Think of 'ward' as protecting your clothes in a 'robe'.

Related words

Collocations with Wardrobe

  • built-in wardrobe
  • walk-in wardrobe
  • wardrobe doors
  • wardrobe space

Synonyms for Wardrobe

  • closet
  • wardrobe cabinet
  • clothes press
  • armoire

Opposites of Wardrobe

Common mistakes with Wardrobe

  • Confused with 'closet', which can refer to a smaller space.
  • Using 'wardrobe' to refer to a room dedicated to clothes will sound awkward.

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Frequently asked questions about Wardrobe

What does Wardrobe mean?

A piece of furniture for storing clothes.

What is the definition of Wardrobe?

A large cupboard or cabinet for storing clothes.

How do you use Wardrobe in a sentence?

She opened the wardrobe to find her favorite dress.

Can you give another example of Wardrobe?

The wardrobe was filled with winter coats and summer clothes.

What are synonyms for Wardrobe?

Common alternatives include closet, wardrobe cabinet, clothes press, armoire.

What is the opposite of Wardrobe?

Opposite meanings include disarray, chaos.

What words go with Wardrobe?

It commonly pairs with built-in wardrobe, walk-in wardrobe, wardrobe doors, wardrobe space.

What are common mistakes when using Wardrobe?

Confused with 'closet', which can refer to a smaller space. Using 'wardrobe' to refer to a room dedicated to clothes will sound awkward.

How do you pronounce Wardrobe?

US: //ˈwɔrdroʊb//, UK: //ˈwɔːdrəʊb//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Wardrobe?

Use 'wardrobe' to refer to a storage unit for clothes. It’s common in both spoken and written English. Avoid using in formal contexts where more technical terms are preferred.