box

/bˈɒks/

/ˈbɑks/

Box

a container made of wood, thick card, metal, etc. with a flat base and sides, often square or rectangular and having a lid

private area in a theater or grandstand where a small group can watch the performance

synonyms : loge

the quantity contained in a box

synonyms : boxful

a predicament from which a skillful or graceful escape is impossible

synonyms : corner

a blow with the hand (usually on the ear)

separate partitioned area in a public place for a few people

the driver's seat on a coach

synonyms : box seat

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

evergreen shrubs or small trees

synonyms : boxwood

a rectangular drawing

to box

MAIN VERB

put into a box

synonyms : package

antonyms : unbox

engage in a boxing match

hit with the fist

Examples

1. Check the box next to the right answer.

2. We label our boxes with permanent markers for easy identification.

3. A large cardboard box will serve the purpose.

4. The chicken laid an egg in the nesting box.