sideboy
Sostantivo
One of an even-numbered group of seamen posted in two rows on the quarterdeck when a visiting dignitary boards or leaves the ship, historically to help (or even hoist) him aboard.
A small dresser; a drinks cabinet.
Uso- uso statunitense
- colloquiale
- Esempi
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He had a nice breath. Haig and Haig at least. ‘You've been at the sideboy again,’ I said.
More discreetly set on the sideboy were bottles of vodka and whiskey and a box of Cuban cigars.
Altri esempi (1)
A coffeepot was perking on a sideboy and the two men poured a cup of Kona before sitting down in comfortable leather covered chairs.
Forme della parola
sideboys