Definition

In a manner that is characteristic of a box; having a shape or form that is square or rectangular.

Example

The furniture was arranged boxily in the small room, making it feel cramped.

Conversation

Have you seen that new building downtown?

Yeah, it looks really boxily designed, doesn't it?

I know, right? It's so different from the other buildings around it.

Exactly! It's like they wanted to make a statement with its shape.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'boxily' is derived from 'box' (from Old English 'box', meaning a container or receptacle) and the suffix '-ily' (meaning in a manner of). Therefore, 'boxily' means in a manner that resembles or pertains to a box.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is done 'in a manner of a box' — that's what 'boxily' means.

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