lunchbox

[ luhnch-boks ]

noun

1. a small container, usually of metal or plastic and with a handle, for carrying one's lunch from home to school or work.

lunchbox

/ ˈlʌntʃˌbɒks /

noun

1. a container for carrying a packed lunch
2. humorous.
   a man's genitals

Word History and Origins

Origin of lunchbox¹

First recorded in 1860–65; lunch + box ¹

Example Sentences

The excitement over a new backpack and lunchbox emblazoned with our favorite cartoon characters evolves into getting pumped for new notebooks and pens to write down our hopes and dreams.

From Popular-Science

Examples include designing a lunchbox, making a rocket and inventing a fitness device.

From Washington Post

Here’s how you can pick the best food containers for your pantry, refrigerator, or lunchbox.

From Popular-Science

As a young child, I always thought I'd be an attorney, drafting my first contract with my Mom for a new lunchbox at the age of 8.

From The Daily Beast

Oatmeal cookies were the best back-to-school lunchbox treat.

From The Daily Beast

Sour pickles were added to these when he filled Cis's lunchbox, which closely resembled a camera.

From Project Gutenberg

His needlebeam concealed, a collapsible lunchbox in his hand, Barrent walked down the corridor to the landing stage.

From Project Gutenberg