English dictionary
box
/b/A/ks/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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a (usually rectangular) container; may have a lid
ExamplesHe rummaged through a box of spare parts.
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private area in a theater or grandstand where a small group can watch the performance
ExamplesThe royal box was empty.
Synonyms logeSource: WordNet 3.0
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the quantity contained in a box
ExamplesHe gave her a box of chocolates.
Synonyms boxfulSource: WordNet 3.0
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a predicament from which a skillful or graceful escape is impossible
Synonyms cornerSource: WordNet 3.0
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a rectangular drawing
ExamplesThe flowchart contained many boxes.
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evergreen shrubs or small trees
Synonyms boxwoodSource: WordNet 3.0
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any one of several designated areas on a ball field where the batter or catcher or coaches are positioned
ExamplesThe umpire warned the batter to stay in the batter's box.
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the driver's seat on a coach
ExamplesAn armed guard sat in the box with the driver.
Synonyms box seatSource: WordNet 3.0
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separate partitioned area in a public place for a few people
ExamplesThe sentry stayed in his box to avoid the cold.
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a blow with the hand (usually on the ear)
ExamplesI gave him a good box on the ear.
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A tree or shrub, flourishing in different parts of the world. The common box (<i>Buxus sempervirens</i>) has two varieties, one of which, the dwarf box (<i>B. suffruticosa</i>), is much used for borders in gardens. The wood of the tree varieties, being very hard and smooth, is extensively used in the arts, as by turners, engravers, mathematical instrument makers, etc.
Source: webster1913
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A receptacle or case of any firm material and of various shapes.
Source: webster1913
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A blow on the head or ear with the hand.
Source: webster1913
verb
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put into a box
ExamplesBox the gift, please.
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hit with the fist
ExamplesI'll box your ears!
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engage in a boxing match
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To inclose in a box.
Source: webster1913
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To fight with the fist; to combat with, or as with, the hand or fist; to spar.
Source: webster1913
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To strike with the hand or fist, especially to strike on the ear, or on the side of the head.
Source: webster1913
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To boxhaul.
Source: webster1913