Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

gaveta

noun
gah-VEH-tah
Definition
A drawer or compartment for storing items.
Examples
  • Ele guardou os documentos importantes na gaveta.
  • Preciso organizar a gaveta da minha escrivaninha.
Meaning
In Portuguese, ‘gaveta’ refers to a sliding storage space often found in furniture, such as desks, cabinets, or dressers.
Synonyms
  • compartimento
  • caixa