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compactum|kɒmˈpæktəm|
[f. L. compactum, neut. of compactus (see compact ppl. a.1).]
That which secures a number of articles. a. A package constructed for a particular purpose. b. A container (of any size); spec. a wardrobe. Also fig.
1907Yesterday's Shopping (1969) 722 The ‘Compactum’ (patented)... Combination tool cabinet, joiners' bench, and wood carvers' table. 1941Illustr. London News 6 Sept. 309/1 A marvellous compactum: the rubber dinghy and all contents are strapped in a space 15 in. square next the figure, the parachute outside. 1948J. & R. Hooper Mod. Furnit. i. 6 Single Fitted Wardrobe. This type is usually referred to as a Gentleman's Fitted Wardrobe, and is also known as a Compactum type with accommodation..for hanging suits..Shoe Rails..three drawers..and a Sliding Trouser Fitting. 1953H. Clevely Public Enemy iii. 10 He looked over the clothes in his compactum. 1958Spectator 1 Aug. 161/2 He issues from his huge, hideous seaside compactum, ushered by a portly dragoman in gold and purple. 1959Listener 28 May 953/1 A handbag containing a lipstick and compactum. |