box

Private area in a theater or grandstand where a small group can watch the performance.

“the royal box was empty”

A (usually rectangular) container; may have a lid.

“he rummaged through a box of spare parts”

Separate partitioned area in a public place for a few people.

“the sentry stayed in his box to avoid the cold”

The driver's seat on a coach.

“an armed guard sat in the box with the driver”

The quantity contained in a box.

“he gave her a box of chocolates”

Evergreen shrubs or small trees.

A predicament from which a skillful or graceful escape is impossible.

A blow with the hand (usually on the ear).

“I gave him a good box on the ear”

Any one of several designated areas on a ball field where the batter or catcher or coaches are positioned.

“the umpire warned the batter to stay in the batter's box”

A rectangular drawing.

“the flowchart contained many boxes”

Engage in a boxing match.

Hit with the fist.

“I'll box your ears!”

Put into a box.

“box the gift, please”