silent butler

/ˌsaɪlənt ˌbʌtlər/
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Definitions of silent butler
  1. noun
    a small receptacle with a handle and a hinged lid; used for collecting crumbs or ashes
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    type of:
    receptacle
    a container that is used to put or keep things in
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