box

//bɒks//
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Visual representation of box

Noun

boxSingular
boxesPlural
1

A container with a flat base and sides, typically square or rectangular and having a lid

She put the toys in a box.

2

A separate section or enclosed area within a larger space, such as a private seating area in a theater or sports venue

We had seats in a box at the theater.

3

A rectangular space on a form or document for writing information

Please write your name in the box at the top of the form.

4

A penalty area in soccer or the area where a batter stands in baseball

The striker was fouled inside the box.

Verb

boxInfinitive
boxPresent tense
boxedPast tense
boxedPast participle
boxingPresent participle
boxesThird-person singular
1

To put something into a box or boxes

We need to box these books before we move.

2

To confine or restrict someone or something in a limited space or category

Don't box yourself in with too many rules.

Antonym

Verb

boxInfinitive
boxPresent tense
boxedPast tense
boxedPast participle
boxingPresent participle
boxesThird-person singular
1

To fight an opponent using one's fists in padded gloves as a sport

He learned to box when he was young.

2

To strike or hit someone with one's fist

He boxed him on the ear.

Synonym

Noun

boxSingular
boxesPlural
1

The sport or practice of fighting with the fists, especially with padded gloves in a roped square ring according to prescribed rules

He trains in box every day at the gym.