depot

[ˈdiːpəʊ]

depot Definition

  • 1a place for the storage of large quantities of equipment, food, or some other commodity
  • 2a bus or railway station

Using depot: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "depot" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The army depot stores weapons and ammunition.

  • Example

    The train depots in the city are always busy.

  • Example

    The company has a depot in every major city.

  • Example

    The depot is responsible for distributing supplies to all the stores.

depot Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with depot

  • a place where buses are kept when they are not being used

    Example

    The bus depot is located on the outskirts of the city.

  • a place where trains are kept when they are not being used

    Example

    The railway depot is responsible for maintaining and repairing the trains.

  • a place where military equipment and supplies are stored

    Example

    The military depot was heavily guarded and protected.

Origins of depot

from French 'dépôt', meaning 'a deposit'

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Summary: depot in Brief

The term 'depot' [ˈdiːpəʊ] refers to a place for storing large quantities of equipment, food, or other commodities. It can also refer to a bus or railway station. Examples include 'The army depot stores weapons and ammunition.' and 'The train depots in the city are always busy.' Phrases like 'bus depot' and 'railway depot' denote specific types of depots.

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