lockbox

[ lok-boks ]

noun

1. a strongbox.
2. a rented post office box equipped with a lock.
3. Also called lockout box. Television. a closed box, usually fitted with a lock, containing electronic equipment to unscramble cable television pictures for subscribers only: used especially to prevent children from watching programs with explicit sexual content.

Word History and Origins

Origin of lockbox¹

An Americanism dating back to 1870–75; lock ¹ + box ¹

Example Sentences

Besides keeping valuables out of sight, Barkman recommends a safe or lockbox for the really important stuff.

From Outside Online

Playing “find the lockbox” is a rewarding game we play, but like a mouse looking for the cheese, there can be dead ends and pitfalls.

From Washington Blade

Most of us have stories about Cujo-like pets, lost keys and stubborn lockboxes and unusual things we have experienced in the industry.

From Washington Blade

In the future, I plan to remount the camera with lag bolts using the existing mounting holes provided in the lockbox body.

From Outside Online

The cable lock passes through both the lockbox body and the camera’s mounting holes, making it very secure.

From Outside Online