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crate vs box

box vs crate

crate and box both are nouns.

crate and box both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
crate Yes No Yes No
box Yes No Yes No
As nouns, box is a hypernym of crate; that is, box is a word with a broader meaning than crate:
  • crate: a rugged box (usually made of wood); used for shipping
  • box: a (usually rectangular) container; may have a lid
crate (noun) box (noun)
a rugged box (usually made of wood); used for shipping a blow with the hand (usually on the ear)
the quantity contained in a crate a (usually rectangular) container; may have a lid
separate partitioned area in a public place for a few people
private area in a theater or grandstand where a small group can watch the performance
the driver's seat on a coach
any one of several designated areas on a ball field where the batter or catcher or coaches are positioned
evergreen shrubs or small trees
the quantity contained in a box
a rectangular drawing
a predicament from which a skillful or graceful escape is impossible
crate (verb) box (verb)
put into a crate; as for protection hit with the fist
engage in a boxing match
put into a box
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