Meaning & Definition of word "Box"

Box

/bɑːks/

1. A container typically constructed with four sides, a bottom, and a lid or top.
- Example: She packed all her clothes into a large cardboard box for the move.
2. A small, often cube-shaped container used for storage or packaging.
- Example: He opened the small wooden box to reveal the family heirlooms inside.
3. A space or area marked off for a particular purpose.
- Example: Please make sure to stay within the designated box during the game.

1. To place something in a box.
- Example: Let's box up these decorations for the holidays.
2. To engage in the sport of boxing.
- Example: He trains every day to improve his skills in the boxing ring.
3. To confine or limit something within a certain area or category.
- Example: Don't box yourself into thinking there is only one solution to this problem.

From Old English 'box' meaning 'box', likely of Celtic origin.

box in:

To confine or enclose someone or something.

box up:

To put something into a box.

box out:

In sports, to block an opponent from getting the ball.

packing:

The act of placing items into boxes or containers for storage or transport.

container:

An object used to hold or store items.

Meaning: A slang term for a person's or animal's private parts.

Example Sentence: He was embarrassed when his friends joked about the box.

Meaning: To fight, typically in a boxing match.

Example Sentence: They were ready to box it out in the ring.