What does HUTCH mean?

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Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A box or cage for small animals, especially rabbits, or a piece of furniture with drawers and shelves.

Pronunciation: US: /hʌtʃ/; UK: /hʌtʃ/

Origin and Usage: The word "hutch" originated from Middle English "hucche" which means "chest" or "cabinet". It was first used in the 14th century to refer to a chest or cupboard for storing clothes or other household items. The usage of "hutch" as a cage for rabbits or other small animals dates back to the 16th century. The usage of "hutch" as a piece of furniture with drawers and shelves dates back to the 17th century.

Synonyms: Cage, coop, crate, enclosure, pen, cabinet, cupboard, chest, dresser

Related Words: Batch, catch, clutch, dutch, match

Example Sentences:

• She keeps her rabbits in a hutch in the backyard.
• The furniture store sells a beautiful hutch with glass doors and shelves.
• The hutch in the kitchen stores all the dishes and silverware.