Definition

A container filled with sand where children can play, often found in playgrounds.

Example

The children had a great time building castles in the sandbox.

Conversation

Do you remember playing in the sandbox when we were kids?

Of course! It was so much fun making castles and digging tunnels.

I wish we had a sandbox in our backyard now.

That would be awesome! We could relive those childhood days.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sandbox → The word is formed from "sand" (from Old English "sand", meaning granular material) and "box" (from Old English "box", meaning a container). A sandbox is essentially a container filled with sand, typically for children to play in.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'container' ('box') filled with 'granular material' ('sand') — that's what a sandbox is.

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