Definition

A strong type of cardboard that is used to create boxes and cartons.

Example

The company uses boxboard to package its products securely.

Conversation

Have you seen the new boxboard I bought for our project?

Yeah, it looks really sturdy!

I thought it would be perfect for making those custom boxes.

Absolutely, it'll hold everything without falling apart.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Boxboard is formed from "box" (from Old English *box*, meaning a container or receptacle) and "board" (from Old English *bord*, meaning a flat piece of material). The word "boxboard" refers to a type of board or material used for making boxes or containers.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'box' as a container and 'board' as a flat piece of material — together, boxboard is a flat material used to create containers.

Visually Confused Words