dresser
UK: ˈdrɛsə | US: ˈdrɛsər
n. a piece of furniture with drawers for storing clothes
n. a person who dresses or prepares something (e.g., a theatrical costume dresser)
n. (historical) a servant who assists in dressing
The word "dresser" originates from the Old French "dresser" (to arrange, prepare), derived from Latin "directiare" (to straighten or direct). The suffix "-er" was added in Middle English to denote a person or object performing the action. Initially, it referred to a person who prepared or arranged things (e.g., food, clothing), later narrowing to furniture specifically for storing clothes. The dual meanings reflect its evolution from a verb to a noun describing both roles and objects.
She placed her jewelry in the top drawer of the dresser.
The actor’s dresser helped him into his costume before the show.
In medieval times, a dresser was responsible for preparing the lord’s attire.
The antique dresser in the bedroom was carved from oak.
As a wardrobe dresser, her job was to organize costumes for the cast.