English Reference
Adjective

boxed

adj.
B1 Intermediate US /ˈbɑkst/ UK /bˈɒkst/ boxed

adj.put inside a box or container. You use this to describe items that are packed away for storage or shipping.

adj.enclosed within a rigid container, typically for protection, storage, or transport. Often used attributively before a noun.


SIMPLE

The old books were neatly boxed.

CONTEXTUAL

She carefully boxed her winter clothes before moving to the new apartment.

COMPLEX

The fragile artifacts were professionally boxed and cushioned with acid-free tissue paper to prevent damage during the long international transit.

Usage

The adjective is typically used attributively before a noun (e.g., 'boxed wine') or predicatively after a linking verb.

This entry
Level B1 · Intermediate
Frequency Frequent
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