storage container

Box for things

A storage container is any receptacle used for holding items, typically for organization or safekeeping.

The term ranges from small plastic bins for household goods to massive steel shipping containers used in international freight.

In computing, storage containers are software units that package applications with their dependencies.

We rented a storage container while renovating the house.

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  • binStorage or disposal vessel
  • crateContainer for transport
  • boxLidded storage container
  • moving boxContainer for relocating possessions
  • tubOpen washing basin

barrel · canister · vessel · jar · bread box · bucket · tank · locker · chest · hope chest · trunk · file cabinet · silo · hamper · basket · carton · toy box · caddy

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function/purpose

storage containerdisplay shelf

Surface for exhibiting items

display case · showcase · display rack · open shelving · vitrine

containment vs. dispersal

storage containerdispenser

Device that releases portions

distributor · spreader · outlet · diffuser · scatterer

temporality of use

storage containertrash bin

Waste collection container

garbage can · disposal unit · trash can · waste bin · incinerator

Family

storage, container, store, stores, stored, storing, storehouse, contain, contains

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G