[ward.robe] n [ME warderobe, fr. ONF, fr. warder to guard + robe robe] (14c) 1 a: a room or closet where clothes are kept b: clothespress c: a large trunk in which clothes may be hung upright
2. a: a collection of wearing apparel (as of one person or for one activity) "a summer ~" b: a collection of stage costumes and accessories
3: the department of a royal or noble household entrusted with the care of wearing apparel, jewels, and personal articles