safety deposit box

Other forms: safety deposit boxes

Definitions of safety deposit box
  1. noun
    a fireproof metal strongbox (usually in a bank) for storing valuables
    synonyms: deposit box, lockbox, safe-deposit, safe-deposit box, safety-deposit
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    type of:
    deedbox, strongbox
    a strongly made box for holding money or valuables; can be locked
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