box

[bɑːks]

box Definition

• 1. a container with a flat base and sides, typically square or rectangular and having a lid
• 2. an area on a page that contains text or graphics, with or without lines around it
• 3. a small compartment for a particular item, such as a pen or light bulb

Using box: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "box" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I put the books in the box.

• Example

  The text is inside a box on the page.

• Example

  The toolbox has compartments for different tools.

box Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for box

• container
• case
• carton
• crate
• package

Antonyms for box

• unbox
• unpack

Phrases with box

• think outside the box

  to think creatively, unconventionally, or from a new perspective

  Example

  We need to think outside the box to come up with a solution to this problem.

• box of tricks

  a collection of methods or resources used to achieve a particular aim

  Example

  The company's marketing team has a box of tricks to promote their products.

• box someone in

  to restrict or limit someone's freedom or options

  Example

  The new regulations have boxed in small businesses.

Origins of box

from Old English 'box', meaning 'a wooden container'

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Summary: box in Brief

The term 'box' [bɑːks] refers to a container with a flat base and sides, an area on a page, or a small compartment. It can be used to store items or display information, as in 'I put the books in the box.' 'Box' also appears in phrases like 'think outside the box,' encouraging creative thinking, and 'box someone in,' limiting their freedom or options.