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abditory|ˈæbdɪtərɪ|
[ad. L. abditōri-um a hiding-place, f. abdit-, ppl. stem of abdĕre: see prec. and -ory.]
A hidden or withdrawn place, a concealed repository.
1658Dr. Robinson Eudoxa 162 In the center of the kernel of grain, as the safest abditory, is the source of germination. 1809Tomlins Law Dict. s.v., Abditorium, An abditory or hiding-place, to hide and preserve goods, plate, or money. |