BOX Synonyms
There are 28 hypernyms of the word box. (close relations)
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| package | verb, nounv, n | |||||
noun • a collection of things wrapped or boxed together • a wrapped container • (computer science) written programs or procedures or rules and associated documentation pertaining to the operation of a computer system and that are stored in read/write memory verb • put into a box | ||||||
| case | verb, nounv, n | |||||
noun • an occurrence of something • a special set of circumstances • a comprehensive term for any proceeding in a court of law whereby an individual seeks a legal remedy • the actual state of things • a portable container for carrying several objects • a person requiring professional services • a person who is subjected to experimental or other observational procedures; someone who is an object of investigation • a problem requiring investigation • a statement of facts and reasons used to support an argument • the quantity contained in a case • nouns or pronouns or adjectives (often marked by inflection) related in some way to other words in a sentence • a specific state of mind that is temporary • a person of a specified kind (usually with many eccentricities) • a specific size and style of type within a type family • an enveloping structure or covering enclosing an animal or plant organ or part • the housing or outer covering of something • the enclosing frame around a door or window opening • (printing) the receptacle in which a compositor has his type, which is divided into compartments for the different letters, spaces, or numbers • bed linen consisting of a cover for a pillow • a glass container used to store and display items in a shop or museum or home verb • look over, usually with the intention to rob • enclose in, or as if in, a case | ||||||
| bin | verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj | |||||
noun • a container; usually has a lid • an identification number consisting of a two-part code assigned to banks and savings associations; the first part shows the location and the second identifies the bank itself • the quantity contained in a bin verb • store in bins | ||||||
| cache | verb, nounv, n | |||||
noun • a hidden storage space (for money or provisions or weapons) • a secret store of valuables or money • (computer science) RAM memory that is set aside as a specialized buffer storage that is continually updated; used to optimize data transfers between system elements with different characteristics verb • save up as for future use | ||||||
| canister | nounn | |||||
noun • a metallic cylinder packed with shot and used as ammunition in a firearm • metal container for storing dry foods such as tea or flour | ||||||
| carton | nounn | |||||
noun • the quantity contained in a carton • a box made of cardboard; opens by flaps on top | ||||||
| casket | nounn | |||||
noun • box in which a corpse is buried or cremated • small and often ornate box for holding jewels or other valuables verb • enclose in a casket | ||||||
| chest | nounn | |||||
noun • the part of the human torso between the neck and the diaphragm or the corresponding part in other vertebrates • box with a lid; used for storage; usually large and sturdy • the front of the trunk from the neck to the abdomen • furniture with drawers for keeping clothes | ||||||
| coffer | nounn | |||||
noun • an ornamental sunken panel in a ceiling or dome • a chest especially for storing valuables | ||||||
| container | nounn | |||||
noun • 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) | ||||||
| crate | verb, nounv, n | |||||
noun • a rugged box (usually made of wood); used for shipping • the quantity contained in a crate verb • put into a crate; as for protection | ||||||
| enclosure | nounn | |||||
noun • a structure consisting of an area that has been enclosed for some purpose • the act of enclosing something inside something else • a naturally enclosed space • something (usually a supporting document) that is enclosed in an envelope with a covering letter | ||||||
| holder | nounn | |||||
noun • a holding device • a person who holds something • the person who is in possession of a check or note or bond or document of title that is endorsed to him or to whoever holds it | ||||||
| locker | nounn | |||||
noun • a storage compartment for clothes and valuables; usually it has a lock • a fastener that locks or closes • a trunk for storing personal possessions; usually kept at the foot of a bed (as in a barracks) | ||||||
| receptacle | nounn | |||||
noun • a container that is used to put or keep things in • enlarged tip of a stem that bears the floral parts • an electrical (or electronic) fitting that is connected to a source of power and equipped to receive an insert | ||||||
| safe | adjectiveadj | |||||
adjective • free from danger or the risk of harm • having reached a base without being put out noun • strongbox where valuables can be safely kept • a ventilated or refrigerated cupboard for securing provisions from pests • contraceptive device consisting of a sheath of thin rubber or latex that is worn over the penis during intercourse adjective satellite • (of an undertaking) secure from risk • financially safe | ||||||
| strongbox | nounn | |||||
noun • a strongly made box for holding money or valuables; can be locked | ||||||
| trunk | nounn | |||||
noun • the main stem of a tree; usually covered with bark; the bole is usually the part that is commercially useful for lumber • luggage consisting of a large strong case used when traveling or for storage • the body excluding the head and neck and limbs • compartment in an automobile that carries luggage or shopping or tools • a long flexible snout as of an elephant | ||||||
| vessel | verb, nounv, n | |||||
noun • a tube in which a body fluid circulates • a craft designed for water transportation • an object used as a container (especially for liquids) | ||||||
| boxful | nounn | |||||
noun • the quantity contained in a box | ||||||