box

(noun) a (usually rectangular) container; may have a lid. Example: "He rummaged through a box of spare parts."

(noun) private area in a theater or grandstand where a small group can watch the performance. Synonyms: loge. Example: "The royal box was empty."

(noun) the quantity contained in a box. Synonyms: boxful. Example: "He gave her a box of chocolates."

(noun) a predicament from which a skillful or graceful escape is impossible. Synonyms: corner. Example: "His lying got him into a tight corner."

(noun) a rectangular drawing. Example: "The flowchart contained many boxes."

(noun) evergreen shrubs or small trees. Synonyms: boxwood.

(noun) any one of several designated areas on a ball field where the batter or catcher or coaches are positioned. Example: "The umpire warned the batter to stay in the batter's box."

(noun) the driver's seat on a coach. Synonyms: box seat. Example: "An armed guard sat in the box with the driver."

(noun) separate partitioned area in a public place for a few people. Example: "The sentry stayed in his box to avoid the cold."

(noun) a blow with the hand (usually on the ear). Example: "I gave him a good box on the ear."

(verb) put into a box. Synonyms: package. Example: "Box the gift, please."

(verb) hit with the fist. Example: "I'll box your ears!."

(verb) engage in a boxing match.