BOX
/bɒks/
3-letter word · 12 Scrabble points · 13 Words With Friends points
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Meaning of BOX
noun
- Senses relating to a three-dimensional object or space.
- Senses relating to a two-dimensional object or space
verb
- To place inside a box; to pack in one or more boxes.
- Usually followed by in: to surround and enclose in a way that restricts movement; to corner, to hem in.
noun
- Any of various evergreen shrubs or trees of the genus Buxus, especially the common box, European box, or boxwood (Buxus sempervirens) which is often used for making hedges and topiary.
- The wood from a box tree: boxwood.
noun
- A blow with the fist.
verb
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To strike with the fists; to punch.
"Leave this place before I box you!"
- To fight against (a person) in a boxing match.
noun
- A Mediterranean food fish of the genus Boops, which is a variety of sea bream; a bogue or oxeye.
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About the word BOX
Is "BOX" a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. "BOX" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 12 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends.
How many points is "BOX" worth?
In Scrabble, "BOX" is worth 12 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 13 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 36.
What does "BOX" mean?
Senses relating to a three-dimensional object or space.
Does "BOX" have any anagrams?
No, "BOX" has no anagrams in the ENABLE dictionary — it's the only word that can be formed from its exact letters.