Word Adjective
boxed
adj.
B1 Intermediate US /ˈbɑkst/ UK /bˈɒkst/ boxed
Definition
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.
Examples
“The old books were neatly boxed.”
“She carefully boxed her winter clothes before moving to the new apartment.”
“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
Updated