boks — meaning in English

English meaning

• box noun A rigid container, typically rectangular, with a lid or flaps, used to hold or transport things.
• can verb To be able to do something, or to know how to do it.
• canister noun A small container, typically metal or plastic, used to store dry goods like tea, flour, or film.

Senses

boks is used for these senses in English:

• box A cuboid space; a cuboid container, often with a hinged lid.
• can A container used to carry and dispense water for plants (a watering can).

box — full definition

1. noun A rigid container, typically rectangular, with a lid or flaps, used to hold or transport things.
2. verb To put something into a box or boxes.
3. verb To fight an opponent using the fists, typically wearing padded gloves, as a sport.

can — full definition

1. verb To be able to do something, or to know how to do it.
2. verb Used to say something is allowed or permitted.
3. noun A sealed metal container, especially for food or drink.
4. verb To preserve food by sealing it in an airtight can or jar.
5. verb Informally, to dismiss someone from a job, or to scrap a plan.

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