(1):
(n.) The part of the body inclosed by the ribs and breastbone; the thorax.
(2):
(n.) A tight receptacle or box, usually for holding gas, steam, liquids, etc.; as, the steam chest of an engine; the wind chest of an organ.
(3):
(n.) A case in which certain goods, as tea, opium, etc., are transported; hence, the quantity which such a case contains.
(4):
(n.) A large box of wood, or other material, having, like a trunk, a lid, but no covering of skin, leather, or cloth.
(5):
(n.) A coffin.
(6):
(n.) Strife; contention; controversy.
(7):
(v. i.) To deposit in a chest; to hoard.
(8):
(v. i.) To place in a coffin.