Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bandbox
noun
/ˈbænˌbɒks/
Definition
A box used for storing or transporting items, typically made of cardboard and often used for garments.
Examples
- She stored her favorite hats in a bandbox on the shelf.
- His aspirations were contained within the bandbox of his small town.
- They received the costumes packed neatly in a bandbox.
Meaning
The term ‘bandbox’ can refer to a box for clothing or other items, but it can also imply something that is small and compact in size. It can also be used metaphorically to describe a situation or an entity that is limited in scope or size.
Synonyms
- storage box
- hatbox
- carton
