highboy Definition
- 1a tall chest of drawers on legs, typically in two sections set one on top of the other
- 2a high-wheeled carriage with a seat above the level of the wheels
Using highboy: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "highboy" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The antique highboy was a family heirloom.
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The highboy in the bedroom was made of cherry wood.
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The carriage driver sat high up on the highboy.
highboy Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for highboy
- tallboy
- chest-on-chest
- double chest
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Summary: highboy in Brief
A 'highboy' [ˈhaɪbɔɪ] is a tall chest of drawers on legs, often in two sections, or a high-wheeled carriage with a seat above the level of the wheels. It is typically used for storage and decoration in bedrooms or living rooms. Examples include 'The antique highboy was a family heirloom.' and 'The carriage driver sat high up on the highboy.'
