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rectangle vs box

box vs rectangle

rectangle and box both are nouns.

rectangle is not a verb while box is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
rectangle Yes No No No
box Yes No Yes No
As nouns, box is a hyponym of rectangle; that is, box is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than rectangle:
  • rectangle: a parallelogram with four right angles
  • box: a rectangular drawing
Other hyponyms of rectangle include foursquare, square.
rectangle (noun) box (noun)
a parallelogram with four right angles a blow with the hand (usually on the ear)
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
rectangle (verb) box (verb)
hit with the fist
engage in a boxing match
put into a box
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