lowboy

Plural: lowboys

Noun

• A low chest of drawers, often on short legs, typically from the 18th century.
• a low chest or table with drawers and supported on four legs
• A low chest of drawers.
• A semi-trailer designed for hauling vehicles and other mobile equipment, with two drops in deck height: one right after the gooseneck and one right before the wheels; so named because the trailer's main deck is situated close to the ground for easy loading and unloading of vehicles and equipment.
• A precursor to the hi-hat drum, with a pair of cymbals low to the ground that are struck with a foot pedal.

Examples

• He played ’LOWBOY’ on a triple word score, ensuring his furniture was well-placed.

Synonyms

float, low loader