noun a container where people can leave money for items they take, relying on the honesty of others to pay for what they've taken
In the hospitality industry, honesty boxes are often used for guests to pay for snacks or drinks on an honor system.
Some small businesses use honesty boxes for selling goods or services without a cashier, relying on customers to pay honestly.
On farms, honesty boxes are commonly used for selling produce or eggs with customers leaving money in the box based on the honor system.
At community events or fundraisers, honesty boxes may be set up for donations or payments for various activities or items.
A writer may use an honesty box system to sell their books or merchandise at events or book fairs. Customers can choose the items they want and leave the appropriate payment in the honesty box.
A psychologist may use an honesty box system for collecting payment for their services in a private practice. Clients can leave the payment in the honesty box after each session.