1. (

• thorax ,
• chest ,
• pectus

) the part of the human torso between the neck and the diaphragm or the corresponding part in other vertebrates ;

2. (

• chest

) box with a lid; used for storage; usually large and sturdy ;

3. (

• breast ,
• chest ,

) the front of the trunk from the neck to the abdomen; "he beat his breast in anger" ;

4. (

• chest_of_drawers ,
• chest ,
• bureau ,
• dresser

) furniture with drawers for keeping clothes ;