box

Words that start with 'box' — often related to box or use 'box' as a base.

mailbox
a receptacle for receiving incoming mail

She checked the mailbox every morning for letters.

sandbox
a box or area filled with sand for children to play in; also a safe testing environment in computing

The children spent hours building sandcastles in the sandbox.

lunchbox
a container used to carry a packed meal, typically lunch

He packed a sandwich and apple into his lunchbox.

matchbox
a small box in which matches are sold or stored

She took a matchbox from the drawer to light the candle.

toolbox
a box in which tools are stored and carried

He grabbed his toolbox before heading out to fix the fence.

gearbox
a mechanical assembly of gears used to transmit power and change speed or torque

The mechanic inspected the gearbox for signs of wear.

jukebox
a coin-operated machine that plays selected music recordings

We chose a few old songs from the jukebox at the diner.

soapbox
a raised platform for public speaking; metaphorically, a strong expression of one's opinions

He climbed onto a soapbox in the park to address the crowd.

boxing
the sport or activity of fighting with the fists under rules

She took up boxing to improve her fitness and confidence.

boxful
the quantity that fills a box

He donated a boxful of books to the community library.