Chinese boxes

plural noun

1
: a set of boxes graduated in size so that each fits into the next larger one
2
: something that resembles a set of Chinese boxes especially in complexity

Word History

First Known Use

1828, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of Chinese boxes was in 1828

Dictionary Entries Near Chinese boxes

Cite this Entry

“Chinese boxes.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Chinese%20boxes. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

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