What is the meaning of box?

noun

• A (usually rectangular) container; may have a lid.
  • usage: "he rummaged through a box of spare parts"
• Private area in a theater or grandstand where a small group can watch the performance.
  • usage: "the royal box was empty"
  • synonyms: loge
• The quantity contained in a box.
  • usage: "he gave her a box of chocolates"
  • synonyms: boxful
• A predicament from which a skillful or graceful escape is impossible.
  • usage: "his lying got him into a tight corner"
  • synonyms: corner
• A rectangular drawing.
  • usage: "the flowchart contained many boxes"
• Evergreen shrubs or small trees.
  • synonyms: boxwood
• Any one of several designated areas on a ball field where the batter or catcher or coaches are positioned.
  • usage: "the umpire warned the batter to stay in the batter's box"
• The driver's seat on a coach.
  • usage: "an armed guard sat in the box with the driver"
  • synonyms: box seat
• Separate partitioned area in a public place for a few people.
  • usage: "the sentry stayed in his box to avoid the cold"
• A blow with the hand (usually on the ear. )
  • usage: "I gave him a good box on the ear"

verb

• Put into a box.
  • usage: "box the gift, please"
  • synonyms: package
• Hit with the fist.
  • usage: "I'll box your ears"
• Engage in a boxing match. .