Definition of box

Thanks for using this online dictionary, we have been helping millions of people improve their use of the english language with its free online services. English definition of box is as below...

Box (n.) A boxlike shed for shelter; as, a sentry box..

Lern More About Box

Mull :: Mull (n.) A snuffbox made of the small end of a horn.
Skippet :: Skippet (n.) A small round box for keeping records.
Case :: Case (n.) A box, sheath, or covering; as, a case for holding goods; a case for spectacles; the case of a watch; the case (capsule) of a cartridge; a case (cover) for a book..
Keep :: Keep (n.) A cap for retaining anything, as a journal box, in place..
Box :: Box (n.) A chamber or section of tube in which a valve works; the bucket of a lifting pump.
Flosh :: Flosh (n.) A hopper-shaped box or /nortar in which ore is placed for the action of the stamps.
Rattlebox :: Rattlebox (n.) An American herb (Crotalaria sagittalis), the seeds of which, when ripe, rattle in the inflated pod..
Packing :: Packing (n.) The substance in a stuffing box, through which a piston rod slides..
Bin :: Bin (n.) A box, frame, crib, or inclosed place, used as a receptacle for any commodity; as, a corn bin; a wine bin; a coal bin..
Bushel :: Bushel (n.) The iron lining in the nave of a wheel. [Eng.] In the United States it is called a box. See 4th Bush.
Eelpot :: Eelpot (n.) A boxlike structure with funnel-shaped traps for catching eels; an eelbuck.
Ditty-box :: Ditty-box (n.) A small box to hold a sailor's thread, needless, comb, etc..
Coom :: Coom (n.) Soot; coal dust; refuse matter, as the dirty grease which comes from axle boxes, or the refuse at the mouth of an oven..
Sink :: Sink (n.) A shallow box or vessel of wood, stone, iron, or other material, connected with a drain, and used for receiving filthy water, etc., as in a kitchen..
Pyxis :: Pyxis (n.) A box; a pyx.
Tub :: Tub (n.) A box or bucket in which coal or ore is sent up a shaft; -- so called by miners.
Faser :: Faser (n.) A blow in the face, as in boxing; hence, any severe or stunning check or defeat, as in controversy..
Cuff :: Cuff (n.) A blow; esp.,, a blow with the open hand; a box; a slap..
Phylactery :: Phylactery (n.) A small square box, made either of parchment or of black calfskin, containing slips of parchment or vellum on which are written the scriptural passages Exodus xiii. 2-10, and 11-17, Deut. vi. 4-9, 13-22. They are worn by Jews on the head and left arm, on week-day mornings, during the time of prayer..
Boxhauling :: Boxhauling (n.) A method of going from one tack to another. See Boxhaul.
Random Fonts
Most Popular

close
Privacy Policy   GDPR Policy   Terms & Conditions   Contact Us