Definition of box

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Box (n.) A tree or shrub, flourishing in different parts of the world. The common box (Buxus sempervirens) has two varieties, one of which, the dwarf box (B. suffruticosa), 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..

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Distribution :: Distribution (n.) The sorting of types and placing them in their proper boxes in the cases.
Edge :: Edge (v. t.) To furnish with a fringe or border; as, to edge a dress; to edge a garden with box..
Shook :: Shook (n.) A set of boards for a sugar box.
Camera Obscura :: Camera obscura () An apparatus in which the images of external objects, formed by a convex lens or a concave mirror, are thrown on a paper or other white surface placed in the focus of the lens or mirror within a darkened chamber, or box, so that the outlines may be traced..
Imbox :: Imbox (v. t.) To inclose in a box.
Crotalaria :: Crotalaria (n.) A genus of leguminous plants; rattlebox.
Box :: Box (n.) The square in which the pitcher stands.
Tray :: Tray (n.) A shallow box, generally without a top, often used within a chest, trunk, box, etc., as a removable receptacle for small or light articles..
Harbor :: Harbor (n.) A mixing box materials.
Naphthoic :: Naphthoic (a.) Pertaining to, derived from, or related to, naphthalene; -- used specifically to designate any one of a series of carboxyl derivatives, called naphthoic acids..
Pugilist :: Pugilist (n.) One who fights with his fists; esp., a professional prize fighter; a boxer..
Sub :: Sub- () A prefix denoting that the ingredient (of a compound) signified by the term to which it is prefixed,is present in only a small proportion, or less than the normal amount; as, subsulphide, suboxide, etc. Prefixed to the name of a salt it is equivalent to basic; as, subacetate or basic acetate..
Cage :: Cage (n.) A box or inclosure, wholly or partly of openwork, in wood or metal, used for confining birds or other animals..
Muffle :: Muffle (v. t.) Anything with which another thing, as an oar or drum, is muffled; also, a boxing glove; a muff..
Unbox :: Unbox (v. t.) To remove from a box or boxes.
Case :: Case (v. t.) To strip the skin from; as, to case a box..
Slugger :: Slugger (n.) One who strikes heavy blows; hence, a boxer; a prize fighter..
Hatbox :: Hatbox (n.) A box for a hat.
Hive :: Hive (n.) A box, basket, or other structure, for the reception and habitation of a swarm of honeybees..
Snuffbox :: Snuffbox (n.) A small box for carrying snuff about the person.
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