Definition

Describing something that is very neat, clean, or well-organized, as if it has just been taken from a special box used for storing items neatly.

Example

Her room was so tidy and organized, it looked bandbox.

Conversation

Wow, your room looks so bandbox today!

Thanks! I just cleaned up everything this morning.

I can’t believe how neat it looks; it’s usually a bit messy.

I know, right? I should keep it this way more often.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A lightweight, round box used to store small clothing items or accessories.

Example

She kept her hats in a bandbox to protect them from dust.

Conversation

I found this cute little bandbox at the thrift store yesterday.

Oh really? What do you plan to use it for?

I thought it would be perfect for storing my winter accessories.

Root Explanation

Bandbox → The word 'bandbox' is formed from 'band' (from Middle English 'bande', meaning a strip or ribbon) and 'box' (from Old English 'box', meaning a container). A bandbox originally referred to a box used for storing bands or ribbons, hence its name.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'strip' or 'ribbon' ('band') being kept in a 'container' ('box') — that's how you remember that a bandbox is a box for storing bands.

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