Cellar: meaning, definitions and examples

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cellar

 

[ หˆsษ›lษ™r ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

wine storage

A room or set of rooms below ground level in a building, typically used for storing wine or other provisions.

Synonyms

basement, storage room, vault.

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Word Description / Examples
cellar

Used to describe a space below a house typically used to store wine or food, often damp or dark.

  • He went down to the cellar to fetch a bottle of wine
  • The onions are stored in the cellar for the winter
basement

Refers to the floor of a building that is partly or completely below ground level, often used for various purposes including living spaces, storage, or laundry.

  • The basement has been converted into a cozy guest room
  • They keep their old furniture in the basement
vault

Typically used to refer to a secure room or compartment used to store valuable items, often found in banks or financial institutions.

  • The gold was kept in a heavily guarded vault
  • They stored important documents in a fireproof vault
storage room

Used to describe a designated room or area in a building specifically used to store items; typically more organized and accessible.

  • She put the holiday decorations in the storage room
  • The office has a storage room for supplies

Examples of usage

  • The wine cellar was filled with vintage bottles.
  • He stored his homemade preserves in the cellar.
Context #2 | Noun

house

An underground room or part of a building, typically beneath the first floor.

Synonyms

basement, subterranean room, underground chamber.

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cellar

Typically used to refer to an underground room used for storing wine, food, or other items. Often implies a smaller, more specific use compared to 'basement'.

  • They keep their wine collection in the cellar
  • The cellar is stocked with canned goods for emergencies
basement

Used for a lower level of a building, either partially or fully underground, mainly intended for general storage, living space, or other functional use. More broad compared to 'cellar'.

  • The children play in the basement during the winter
  • The basement is fully furnished with a TV and couches
subterranean room

A formal or literary term for any room located below the ground level. It can be used for a wide range of purposes but is less commonly used in everyday speech.

  • The ancient castle had a hidden subterranean room used for meetings
  • Architects designed a subterranean room for better insulation and temperature control
underground chamber

Usually used to refer to a space below ground level in a more dramatic or mysterious context, such as in historical or fantasy settings.

  • The explorers discovered an underground chamber filled with ancient artifacts
  • Legends spoke of an underground chamber where treasures were hidden

Examples of usage

  • The cellar was dark and damp.
  • She heard strange noises coming from the cellar.

Translations

Translations of the word "cellar" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น adega

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคคเคนเค–เคพเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Keller

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ gudang bawah tanah

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟั–ะดะฒะฐะป

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ piwnica

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅœฐไธ‹ๅฎค (chikashitsu)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท cave

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ sรณtano

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kiler

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ง€ํ•˜์‹ค (jihasil)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู‚ุจูˆ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sklep

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pivnica

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅœฐ็ช– (dรฌjiร o)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ klet

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ kjallari

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะตั€ั‚ำฉะปะต

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒแƒ แƒ“แƒแƒคแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ zirzษ™mi

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ sรณtano

Etymology

The word 'cellar' originated from the Old French word 'cellier', which meant 'storeroom' or 'pantry'. It has been used in English since the 13th century to refer to an underground storage area. Cellars were traditionally used for storing food, wine, and other provisions to keep them cool and fresh. Over time, cellars have become associated with wine storage and are commonly found in homes, restaurants, and wineries.

See also: cell, cellphone, cells, cellular, cellularly.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #9,181 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.