pepperbox

American  

[pep-er-boks] / ˈpɛp ərˌbɒks /

noun

1. a small box with perforations in the top, for sprinkling pepper.

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Etymology

Origin of pepperbox

First recorded in 1540–50; pepper + box ¹

Example Sentences

"I'd lent my pepperbox to Mose when he went to 'Frisco, an' the old man's too little fur a man uv my size to hit."

From Romance of California Life by Habberton, John

“Why, what a jolly old pepperbox you are!” cried Geoffrey, laughing outright.

From The Vicar's People by Fenn, George Manville

“Why, what a jolly old pepperbox you are!” cried Geoffrey, merrily.

From The Vicar's People by Fenn, George Manville

"Then we are well matched," came the reply, "for they say you are a pepperbox."

From The Tory Maid by Stimpson, Herbert Baird