Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
box-in
phrasal verb
/bɒks ɪn/
Definition
To confine or limit someone or something within a specified area.
Examples
- They planned to box-in the area to ensure safety during the construction.
- He felt boxed-in by the rigid rules of the organization.
- The dog was boxed-in by the furniture and couldn’t find a way out.
Meaning
The term ‘box-in’ refers to the act of restricting the movement or actions of a person or object, making it difficult for them to operate freely.
Synonyms
- confine
- trap
- restrict
- limit
- shut in
