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safe-deposit box

or safety-deposit box

noun

  1. a lockable metal box or drawer, especially in a bank vault, used for safely storing valuable papers, jewelry, etc.


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˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins

Origin of safe-deposit box1

An Americanism dating back to 1880–85
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Example Sentences

The hush money caught the attention of the federal authorities, leading them in April 2018 to search Cohen’s home and office; a hotel room where he was staying; and a safe-deposit box.

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A couple of years ago, Doar did a search of unclaimed money from the government and discovered his now deceased mother had a safe-deposit box.

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Don’t put the will or other important documents in a safe-deposit box.

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Some financial details too routine for the safe-deposit box shouldn’t be forgotten in the rush to depart.

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After his father died, his son stored the map in a bank safe-deposit box.

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