Box
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British pronunciation/bˈɒks/
American pronunciation/ˈbɑks/, /bɑːks/

Definition & Meaning of "box"

Box
01

a container, usually with four sides, a bottom, and a lid, that we use for moving or keeping things

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He placed the puzzle pieces back into the puzzle box.
He put the fragile items in a padded box for protection.
02

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

03

the quantity contained in a box

04

a predicament from which a skillful or graceful escape is impossible

05

a blow with the hand (usually on the ear)

06

separate partitioned area in a public place for a few people

07

the driver's seat on a coach

08

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

09

evergreen shrubs or small trees

10

a rectangular space used for selection or input, like a checkbox

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Please check the box to agree to the terms.
He ticked the box to confirm his choice.
11

a television, often used casually

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They spent the night in front of the box watching movies.
He turned on the box to catch the evening news.
12

a car stereo system, especially one that is powerful or has large speakers

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His car's got a serious box in the back, the bass is insane!
I just installed a new box in my ride, the sound quality is amazing.
to box
01

to put something into a box, typically for storage, transportation, or organization

Transitive: to box sth
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Frustrated with the clutter, they decided to box the unused items for donation.
In preparation for the move, they needed to box their books for safe transport.
02

to participate in a regulated physical contest where participants use their fists to strike and defend against blows

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He boxes regularly at the gym, honing his skills for upcoming competitions.
The gym offers classes for individuals who want to learn how to box for fitness or self-defense.
03

to deliver blows using closed fists

Transitive: to box sb
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In self-defense, she boxed the attacker in the stomach and managed to escape.
The siblings often playfully boxed each other in the backyard, wearing oversized gloves.
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