Definition of "tool-chest" [tool-chest]

• A chest for holding tools. (noun)
• The tools occupying such a chest. (noun)

The Century Dictionary (Public Domain)

• "Johnny Dooit next came on the platform with his tool-chest, and in a few minutes built a great flying machine; then put his chest in the machine and the whole thing flew away together -- Johnny and all -- after he had bid good-bye to those present and thanked the Princess for her hospitality."
• "However, it seems as though a teacher who has the unique ability to reach the disadvantaged students in the disadvantaged schools (early on), with the information resources (in the tool-chest) could make great strides and “connections”."
• "There are only two weapons in the imperial tool-chest; force and deception."