Definition

A container used to carry food, especially meals eaten at midday.

Example

She packed her sandwich and fruit in her lunchbox for school.

Conversation

Did you remember to bring your lunchbox today?

Of course! I packed a sandwich and some fruit.

That's great! I always forget mine and end up buying lunch.

You should get a cool lunchbox like mine — it makes packing lunch fun!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Lunchbox → The word is formed from "lunch" (originating from the 19th century, possibly derived from the word "luncheon", which refers to a light meal) and "box" (from Old English "box", meaning a container). A lunchbox is a container used to carry a light meal, typically eaten during the day.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'light meal' ('lunch') being carried in a 'container' ('box') — that's what a lunchbox is for.

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