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When you should say “cabinet” and when you should say “cupboard”
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Cabinets and cupboards. Cupboards and cabinets. They’re the same thing, right? Well, not exactly. These words may be used interchangeably in everyday conversation, but that doesn’t mean they’re truly synonyms. Want to learn the true definitions for "cabinet" and "cupboard" and what makes them different from each other? Keep reading!
Things You Should Know
- A cabinet can be a built-in furniture piece in the kitchen or bathroom that is usually mounted to a wall.
- A cupboard is typically a larger cabinet or small storage space that stands on its own.
- Those from Britain may say “cupboard” when talking about an American closet.
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- “Cabinet” is the most widely used in the United States, so someone may refer to a “cupboard” as a “cabinet,” even if it’s a cupboard by definition.Thanks
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