Definition

A container used to keep bread and other baked goods fresh.

Example

She placed the loaf of bread in the breadbox to keep it from getting stale.

Conversation

Did you see my new breadbox in the kitchen?

Yeah, it looks really nice!

Thanks! I wanted something to keep the bread fresh.

It definitely adds a nice touch to the room.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Breadbox → The word is a compound of "bread" (from Old English *brēad*, meaning a piece of bread) and "box" (from Old English *box*, meaning a container). A breadbox is a container specifically designed to store bread.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'piece of bread' ('brēad') being kept in a 'container' ('box') — that's what a breadbox is for.

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