noun
lunchbox
LUHNCH-boks
Lunchbox (noun) means a container used to carry a packed meal, especially to school or work. Example: “He packed a sandwich and an apple into his son's lunchbox.”
noun
1
A container used to carry a packed meal, especially to school or work.
"He packed a sandwich and an apple into his son's lunchbox."
2
A lunch that has been packaged up to take away.
"Jack was carrying his lunchbox with him."
"The catering company delivers lunchboxes to offices around the city."
How to use lunchbox
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA box for carrying a packed lunch, or the packed meal itself.
Common pairings
pack a lunchbox
metal lunchbox
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Word forms
- Plural
- lunchboxes
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Etymology
From lunch + box.
Frequently asked questions
What does “lunchbox” mean?
The word “lunchbox” means a container used to carry a packed meal, especially to school or work. In plain terms, a box for carrying a packed lunch, or the packed meal itself.
How do you pronounce “lunchbox”?
“Lunchbox” is pronounced LUHNCH-boks (/ˈlʌntʃˌbɒks/ in IPA).
How do you use “lunchbox” in a sentence?
Here is “lunchbox” used in a sentence: “He packed a sandwich and an apple into his son's lunchbox.”
What part of speech is “lunchbox”?
“Lunchbox” is a noun.
How many meanings does “lunchbox” have?
“Lunchbox” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a container used to carry a packed meal, especially to school or work.
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