warderobe

Middle English

/ˈward(ə)rɔːb(ə)/

noun
Definitions
  • A small room or other location where clothing is stored for use; a wardrobe.
  • A division of a aristocratic residence which organises the procurement of supplies; the location which contains one.
  • A toilet or the room or building containing it.

Etymology

Borrowed from warderoube affix from Middle English ward (ward, keeping) + Middle English robe.

Origin

Middle English

robe

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