1. An upright piece of funiture with drawers and usually including a mirror:: The was a lovely dresser for socks and underwear and two twin beds in the bedroom at grandmother's house.
2. A cupboard for dishes and cooking utensils: There was an antique dresser in Carol's kitchen for putting away her pots, pans, silverware, etc.
3. A person who is employed to clothe and adorn others: Mrs. Tall was so happy to have a job as a dresser at the local theater where she had to get special outfits ready to put on the actors and make sure they fit well.