base box

American  

noun

1. a unit used in the sale of tin plate, equal to the total area of 112 sheets each measuring 14 by 20 inches (35 by 50 centimeters), or 31,360 sq. in. (196,000 sq. cm).

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Etymology

Origin of base box

First recorded in 1920–25

Example Sentences

Now the former major league catcher is back in the big leagues, a new addition to manager Dave Martinez’s coaching staff, taking his place in the first base box on the field at Nationals Park for Thursday night’s opener against the New York Mets.

From Washington Times

As Richard Nixon limbered up for the ceremonial toss, every player on the Yankees and Senators scrummed in front of his first base box, jockeying to catch the ball.

From Washington Times

With another press of the remote control, the panel sinks even deeper into its base box, leaving only a wide strip at the top that can be used to show smart home information, music controls, or whatever other ambient updates you want to see.

From The Verge

A Giants hitter sliced a foul pop near the third base box seats.

From Washington Post

He’d relay the pitch information through the wire – which would deliver a light shock to Chiles’ foot at the third base box.

From The Guardian