noun
toolbox
TOOL-boks
Toolbox (noun) means a case or box used to store and carry tools. Example: “He grabbed a wrench from his toolbox.”
noun
1
A case or box used to store and carry tools.
"He grabbed a wrench from his toolbox."
2
Figuratively, a collection of skills, methods, or resources available for a task.
"Negotiation is an important part of any manager's toolbox."
How to use toolbox
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEither the literal container for tools, or a figurative set of skills/resources you can draw on.
Common pairings
add to your toolbox
a toolbox of skills
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Word forms
- Plural
- toolboxes
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Etymology
From tool + box.
Synonyms
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tool case
tool chest
tool cabinet
Frequently asked questions
What does “toolbox” mean?
The word “toolbox” means a case or box used to store and carry tools. In plain terms, either the literal container for tools, or a figurative set of skills/resources you can draw on.
How do you pronounce “toolbox”?
“Toolbox” is pronounced TOOL-boks (/ˈtuːlˌbɑks/ in IPA).
How do you use “toolbox” in a sentence?
Here is “toolbox” used in a sentence: “He grabbed a wrench from his toolbox.”
What part of speech is “toolbox”?
“Toolbox” is a noun.
How many meanings does “toolbox” have?
“Toolbox” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a case or box used to store and carry tools.
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