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Definition & Meaning of "cellar"in English

Cellar
01

an underground storage space or room, typically found in a building, used for storing food, wine, or other items that require a cool and dark environment 

cellar definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Simple
Countable
Plural form
cellars

What is a "cellar"?

A cellar is a room or space located below ground level in a building, often used for storage. It is typically found beneath homes, where it serves as a place to store food, wine, or other items that require cool or dry conditions. Cellars can also be used for additional living space, such as a laundry room or recreation area. They are usually accessed by a staircase or trapdoor and may have small windows or ventilation for air circulation.

Examples
They use the cellar to store homemade preserves and pickles. 
02

a storage area specifically for wine or alcoholic beverages 

Examples
The winery keeps its vintages in a cool cellar. 
03

a subterranean space for storing root vegetables and other perishable produce 

Examples
The farm's cellar holds potatoes and carrots through the winter. 
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