locker
/ˈlɑ.kɚ/
UK: /ˈlɒk.ə(ɹ)/
LⱭ · kɚ (2 syllables)
English
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Definition
A type of storage compartment with a lock, usually used to store personal possessions for public use, such as in schools, railway stations, place of work, gyms, sports centers.
Etymology
From lock + -er (patient suffix) or -er (agent noun suffix). Cognate with German Loch, Dutch luik, and Dutch loket.
Example Sentences
- "The student placed her books in her locker when she arrived at school."
- "This was locker room talk. I'm not proud of it. I apologize to my family. I apologize to the American people. Certainly I'm not proud of it. But this is locker room talk."
- "Neo Hutiri is the creator of Pelebox, a system of internet-enabled lockers that dispense medication for chronic conditions to patients, helping to cut down queues and ease pressure on hospital resources."
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