Drop-Box

Pronunciation: /drɑːp bɑːks/

Definitions of drop-box

noun a box or container into which things can be put, especially for safekeeping or transportation

Example Sentences

A1 I put my assignment in the drop-box outside the teacher's office.

A2 The drop-box at the library is where you can return your books.

B1 Please make sure to use the drop-box for any confidential documents.

B2 The company installed a secure drop-box for employees to submit feedback anonymously.

C1 The drop-box system has greatly improved efficiency in processing paperwork.

C2 The drop-box feature on the website allows users to easily upload files for sharing.

Examples of drop-box in a Sentence

formal The drop-box is located at the entrance for you to submit your application.

informal Just drop your form in the drop-box on your way out.

slang I'll sneak my assignment into the drop-box before the deadline.

figurative She felt like a drop-box for everyone's problems, always there to collect and hold onto them.

Grammatical Forms of drop-box

• past tense: dropped
• plural: drop-boxes
• comparative: more drop-box
• superlative: most drop-box
• present tense: drop-box
• future tense: will drop-box
• perfect tense: have dropped
• continuous tense: is drop-boxing
• singular: drop-box
• positive degree: drop-box
• infinitive: to drop-box
• gerund: drop-boxing
• participle: dropping

Origin and Evolution of drop-box

First Known Use: 1990 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The term 'drop-box' originated in the United States, specifically in the context of businesses and organizations requiring a secure receptacle for dropping off documents or items.

Evolution of the word: Initially used to refer to physical boxes or containers for dropping off items, the term 'drop-box' has evolved to also include virtual or digital drop-boxes for file sharing and storage.