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armoire

ar·moire [ aar mwr ] (plural ar·moires)


noun 
Definition:
 
freestanding cupboard: a tall cupboard or wardrobe, often ornately decorated. Originally, an armoire was used for storing weapons.

[Late 16th century. Via French< Latin armarium "chest" < arma "weapons"]
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