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kist


Meanings
  • noun

    A small wooden or woven chest used for storing or transporting items.


Rhymes
Words rhyming with kist
mist , list , pist , twist
Variants
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cist , kist , kists
Etymology
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Originally derived from the Middle Dutch word 'kist' meaning 'box' or 'chest'.


Trivia
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  1. A 'kist' is also a term used in horticulture to refer to a flat, shallow container used for growing plants.

  2. In some parts of the Netherlands, a 'kist' is a traditional wooden shoe rack.

  3. The word 'kist' is also used in the Dutch language to refer to a kiss.


Related Concepts
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  1. chest: A large box or container for storing items.

  2. trunk: A large, flat-sided container for storing or transporting items, typically made of wood.


Culture
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In Dutch folklore, a 'kist' is believed to be a magical object that can transport people to other realms. In literature, the 'kist' has been used as a symbol of protection and safekeeping.

How to Memorize "kist"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a small wooden or woven box. Imagine items being placed inside the box for safekeeping.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'kist' with the image of a treasure chest or a box of precious items.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic by remembering the first letter of the word 'kist' stands for 'Keep It Safe'.


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