Meaning & Definition of Box in English

1. A (usually rectangular) container

• May have a lid

• "He rummaged through a box of spare parts"

2. Private area in a theater or grandstand where a small group can watch the performance

• "The royal box was empty"

3. The quantity contained in a box

• "He gave her a box of chocolates"

4. A predicament from which a skillful or graceful escape is impossible

• "His lying got him into a tight corner"

5. A rectangular drawing

• "The flowchart contained many boxes"

6. Evergreen shrubs or small trees

7. Any one of several designated areas on a ball field where the batter or catcher or coaches are positioned

• "The umpire warned the batter to stay in the batter's box"

8. The driver's seat on a coach

• "An armed guard sat in the box with the driver"

9. Separate partitioned area in a public place for a few people

• "The sentry stayed in his box to avoid the cold"

10. A blow with the hand (usually on the ear)

• "I gave him a good box on the ear"

1. Put into a box

• "Box the gift, please"

2. Hit with the fist

• "I'll box your ears!"

3. Engage in a boxing match