matchbox

noun

match·​box ˈmach-ˌbäks How to pronounce matchbox (audio)
: a box for matches

Examples of matchbox in a Sentence

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Now, picture that image etched onto custom matchboxes or proudly displayed on a coffee mug. Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 1 Nov. 2024 For the Mom Who Loves to Host Elevate mom’s hosting game with gifts that spark joy at home, such as a new bottle of olive oil or a silver matchbox sleeve from Matilda Goad. Talia Abbas, Vogue, 18 Oct. 2024 Using matchboxes, brooms, garbage cans, luggage and more, Stomp brings the beats to Cincinnati. Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 9 Oct. 2024 This reusable matchbox is ideal for the romantic (or the candle lover). Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 7 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for matchbox 

Word History

First Known Use

1853, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of matchbox was in 1853

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“Matchbox.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/matchbox. Accessed 12 Nov. 2024.

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matchbox

noun
match·​box -ˌbäks How to pronounce matchbox (audio)
: a box for matches
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