boxlike

Thân thiện

The child built a boxlike structure out of wooden blocks.

Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Resembling a box in rectangularity: Having a shape that is similar to a box, typically characterized by straight sides, right angles, and a rectangular or cubic form.

Usage

The adjective "boxlike" is used to describe objects, structures, or shapes that have the qualities of a box. It emphasizes a simple, often rigid, geometric form. It is a descriptive term commonly found in architectural, design, and general descriptive contexts.

Examples

• Adjective:
  • The building had a stark, boxlike appearance.
  • She stored her tools in a boxlike container.
  • The old television was a heavy, boxlike piece of furniture.

Advanced Usage

• "boxlike structure": A common collocation used to describe buildings or objects with a very simple, cubic form.
  • The museum was a series of interconnected boxlike structures.

Variants and Related Words

• Boxy (adj): Informal synonym for "boxlike," often used to describe vehicles or clothing with a square shape.
  • The car's design is rather boxy.

Synonyms

• Rectangular: Having the shape of a rectangle.
• Cubic: Having the shape of a cube.
• Squarish: Somewhat square in shape.

Antonyms

• Curved: Having a rounded shape.
• Streamlined: Having a smooth, flowing shape designed for efficient motion.
• Organic: Having a shape that is irregular or reminiscent of natural forms.

Học thuật

Adjective

1. resembling a box in rectangularity

Từ đồng nghĩa

• boxy
• box-shaped