cellar

Signification

Noun

1. An enclosed underground space, often under a building, used for storage or shelter.
2. A wine collection, especially when stored in a cellar.
3. (slang) Last place in a league or competition.
4. A basement.

Verb

To store in a cellar.

Coupé comme

cel‧lar

Prononcé comme (IPA)

/ˈsɛlə(ɹ)/

Étymologie

From Middle English celer, seler, from Anglo-Norman celer, Old French celier (modern cellier), from Late Latin cellārium, from Latin cella. Doublet of cellarium.