red box

¹ American  

[red bahks] / ˈrɛd ˈbɑks /

noun

• red boxes
  plural

1. in the United Kingdom, a type of lockable box, shaped like a briefcase and red in color, in which cabinet ministers and the monarch carry official documents.

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red box ² American  

[red bahks] / ˈrɛd ˈbɑks /

noun

• red boxes
  plural

1. any of various trees of the genus Eucalyptus native to Australia and having reddish wood, especially Eucalyptus polyanthemos.

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Other Word Forms

Noun Inflected Forms

• red boxes
  plural

Example Sentences

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red box

Literally lined by a red box, it contrasts Becerra’s humble roots with Steyer’s background.

From Los Angeles Times ● May 1, 2026

The limited-edition red box release will reportedly be available at every location, which the company calls a "major milestone."

From Salon ● Feb. 14, 2025

Rachel Reeves - who also uses a Barrow Hepburn & Gale red box and folders - has ordered government departments to show how they can make annual savings of 5%.

From BBC ● Dec. 10, 2024

He will continue to plow through official documents, delivered to him daily in a traditional red box.

From New York Times ● Feb. 6, 2024

A little red box with swirly golden borders peeks out of the cabinet.

From "The House That Lou Built" by Mae Respicio