boxcar
1 synonym for boxcar, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — An enclosed railway freight car, usually with sliding side doors.
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Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Etymology
A straightforward compound of "box" and "car," describing a railway car shaped like a box.
Full origin of boxcar →Frequently asked questions
What does “boxcar” mean?
The word “boxcar” means an enclosed railway freight car, usually with sliding side doors. In plain terms, a closed-in railway wagon for freight.
How do you use “boxcar” in a sentence?
Here is “boxcar” used in a sentence: “The train pulled a long line of boxcars loaded with grain.”
What part of speech is “boxcar”?
“Boxcar” is a noun.
