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boxful

/'bɔksful/
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Word: Boxful

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A "boxful" refers to the amount or quantity that can fit inside a box. It indicates that something is contained in a box, and the term emphasizes that the entire box is filled with that item.

Usage Instructions:
  • Use "boxful" when you want to talk about how much of something is in a box. It is often used with quantifiable items, such as food, toys, or other objects.
  • The word is usually used in a singular form (one boxful) or plural form (two boxfuls, for example).
Example:
  • "She received a boxful of chocolates for her birthday." (This means she got a whole box that was filled with chocolates.)
Advanced Usage:
  • You can also use "boxful" in a more figurative sense. For example, "He has a boxful of ideas," meaning he has many ideas, as if they were packed in a box.
Word Variants:
  • The word "boxful" does not have many variants, but you might encounter the plural form: "boxfuls" (though "boxful" is more commonly used in the singular).
Different Meaning:
  • The term "boxful" is mainly used to describe quantity, so it doesn't have multiple meanings like some other words. It specifically refers to what can be contained in a box.
Synonyms:
  • "Box" (when referring to a specific quantity)
  • "Container" (broader term)
  • "Load" (though this can imply more than just a box)
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:
  • There are no common idioms or phrasal verbs specifically associated with "boxful." However, you can use related phrases, such as "think outside the box," which means to think creatively and differently.
Summary:

In summary, "boxful" is a simple yet useful word to describe the quantity of something contained in a box.

Noun
  1. the quantity contained in a box
    • he gave her a box of chocolates

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