n.1 a a cupboard or case with drawers, shelves, etc., for storing or displaying articles. b a piece of furniture housing a radio or television set etc.
2 (Cabinet) the committee of senior ministers responsible for controlling government policy.
3 archaic a small private room.
Phrases and idioms:
cabinet-maker a skilled joiner. Cabinet Minister Brit. a member of the Cabinet. cabinet photograph one of about 6 by 4 inches. cabinet pudding a steamed pudding with dried fruit.
Etymology: CABIN + -ET(1), infl. by F cabinet