chest
word
Definition
The chest is the front upper part of your body between your neck and stomach. It can also mean a large box with a lid used for storing things.
Usage & Nuances
Most commonly, 'chest' means the body part. In medical or everyday contexts, you often hear 'chest pain', 'chest cold', or 'chest muscles'. For furniture or storage, common phrases are 'treasure chest', 'wooden chest', and 'chest of drawers'—but note that 'chest of drawers' is a specific piece of furniture, not any box.
Example Sentences
The doctor listened to my chest.
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He felt a sharp pain in his chest.
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Every time I climb those stairs, my chest feels tight.
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Just carrying those bags up here made my chest burn.
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She put the old letters in a wooden chest.
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He keeps his passport and cash locked in a small chest.
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