Basic Details
Word: Box
Part of Speech: Noun / Verb
Meaning: A square or rectangular container used for storing or transporting items; or to put something in a box.
Synonyms: Container, case, crate
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Think outside the box: To think creatively and come up with new ideas that are not limited by traditional concepts. Example: "For the science project, we need to think outside the box to make it unique."
- Boxing clever: To use your intelligence to outsmart someone. Example: "She was boxing clever when she made a plan to complete the work ahead of time."
Usage Examples
Example 1: He put all his toys in a box to keep his room tidy.
Example 2: The delivery man carried a large box filled with books to our house.
Example 3: She decided to box her old clothes and donate them to charity.
Fun Fact
The word "box" originally comes from the Latin word "buxus," which means "buxus tree," known for its wood being used to make strong, durable boxes and containers.
Famous Quote
"Out of the box thinking is the essence of the innovation." – Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "box" mean?
a) A type of animal
b) A round container
c) A square or rectangular container
d) A kind of tree
Answer: c) A square or rectangular container
2. Which of these is a synonym of "box"?
a) Bag
b) Container
c) Sack
d) Cup
Answer: b) Container
3. Which sentence uses "box" correctly?
a) She likes to box with the kittens.
b) He put his lunch in a box to take to school.
c) The box was jumping up and down.
d) They sang a box on the stage.
Answer: b) He put his lunch in a box to take to school.
4. Which idiom means to come up with new ideas?
a) Think outside the box
b) Boxed in
c) Box of tricks
d) Box the compass
Answer: a) Think outside the box
5. What is the opposite of "box"?
a) N/A
b) Unbox
c) Bag
d) Crate
Answer: a) N/A
