box
nouns
a (usually rectangular) container; may have a lid
"he rummaged through a box of spare parts"
is derived from
is a type of (narrower)
any object that can be used to hold things (especially a large metal boxlike object of standardized dimensions that can be loaded from one form of transport to another)
private area in a theater or grandstand where a small group can watch the performance
"the royal box was empty"
a predicament from which a skillful or graceful escape is impossible
"his lying got him into a tight corner"
a rectangular drawing
"the flowchart contained many boxes"
any one of several designated areas on a ball field where the batter or catcher or coaches are positioned
"the umpire warned the batter to stay in the batter's box"
is a type of (narrower)
a part of a structure having some specific characteristic or function
"the spacious cooking area provided plenty of room for servants"
separate partitioned area in a public place for a few people
"the sentry stayed in his box to avoid the cold"
is a type of (narrower)
a partitioned section, chamber, or separate room within a larger enclosed area
verbs
put into a box
"box the gift, please"
hit with the fist
"I'll box your ears!"
is a type of (narrower)
deal a blow to, either with the hand or with an instrument
"He hit her hard in the face"
engage in a boxing match
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