box set

American  

noun

Theater.

1. a boxlike stage set consisting of flats that form the back wall, side walls, and often the ceiling, painted to represent the interior of a room.

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Etymology

Origin of box set

First recorded in 1885–90

Example Sentences

Now, eight months after Brian Wilson’s death in June at age 82, a new box set looks back at the era as an expressive outpouring led by the band’s rejuvenated visionary.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 27, 2026

Nonetheless, pre-orders for the album have already begun, with the usual array of vinyl and CD editions, and a box set containing a limited edition film camera.

From BBC • Jan. 15, 2026

A box set of Beethoven’s nine symphonies is, though not indispensable—there are hundreds of recorded cycles already—evidence that his orchestra is among the world’s top ensembles.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 31, 2025

In addition to the spectacular sonic renderings of the original recordings, the box set is distinguished by a book-length companion.

From Salon • Oct. 8, 2025

Laying Hamlet down again, I pick up her writing box, set it on her lap, and hand her the pen.

From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein