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box noun
Meaning : A (usually rectangular) container. May have a lid.
Example :
He rummaged through a box of spare parts.
Meaning : Private area in a theater or grandstand where a small group can watch the performance.
Example :
The royal box was empty.
Synonyms : loge
Meaning : The quantity contained in a box.
Example :
He gave her a box of chocolates.
Synonyms : boxful
Meaning : A predicament from which a skillful or graceful escape is impossible.
Example :
His lying got him into a tight corner.
Synonyms : corner
Meaning : A rectangular drawing.
Example :
The flowchart contained many boxes.
Translation in other languages :
Meaning : Evergreen shrubs or small trees.
Synonyms : boxwood
Meaning : Any one of several designated areas on a ball field where the batter or catcher or coaches are positioned.
Example :
The umpire warned the batter to stay in the batter's box.
Meaning : The driver's seat on a coach.
Example :
An armed guard sat in the box with the driver.
Synonyms : box seat
Meaning : Separate partitioned area in a public place for a few people.
Example :
The sentry stayed in his box to avoid the cold.
Meaning : A blow with the hand (usually on the ear).
Example :
I gave him a good box on the ear.
box verb
Meaning : Hit with the fist.
Example :
I'll box your ears!.
Meaning : Engage in a boxing match.
