Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
coal-cellar
noun
/ˈkoʊl ˈsɛl.ər/
Definition
A space or room used for storing coal, typically found in older homes.
Examples
- The family used to store large bags of coal in the coal-cellar during winter.
- After moving in, they discovered a hidden coal-cellar behind some old wooden panels.
- He went down to the coal-cellar to fetch a few more pieces for the fire.
Meaning
A coal-cellar is a place designated for the storage of coal, which was historically used for heating and cooking in homes.
Synonyms
- coal storage
- coal room
- fuel cellar
