a (usually rectangular) container; may have a lid

(Judaism) sacred chest where the ancient Hebrews kept the two tablets containing the Ten Commandments

(Greek mythology) a box that Zeus gave to Pandora with instructions that she not open it; she gave in to her curiosity and opened it; all the miseries and evils flew out to afflict mankind

a movable top or cover (hinged or separate) for closing the opening at the top of a box, chest, jar, pan, etc.

a chest to hold ammunition

a chest made of cedar

a chest especially for storing valuables

chest for storage of clothing (trousseau) and household goods in anticipation of marriage

a chest in which coins from the mint are held to await assay

(Judaism) sacred chest where the ancient Hebrews kept the two tablets containing the Ten Commandments

(Greek mythology) a box that Zeus gave to Pandora with instructions that she not open it; she gave in to her curiosity and opened it; all the miseries and evils flew out to afflict mankind

a movable top or cover (hinged or separate) for closing the opening at the top of a box, chest, jar, pan, etc.