noun
- a container or compartment for storing coal
Usage: often used in historical or domestic contexts; also called a coal scuttle or coal box in some regions
Examples
- The old house had a large coalbin in the basement for winter heating.
- She filled the coalbin every morning before the furnace was lit.
- The coalbin was made of heavy metal to withstand years of use.
- During the cold months, the coalbin needed to be refilled twice a week.
- The antique coalbin is now a decorative piece in the museum.