matchbox

noun

match·​box ˈmach-ˌbäks How to pronounce matchbox (audio)
: a box for matches

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Dreaming of a harvestable nirvana in a matchbox yard? — Rachel Silva, Martha Stewart, 25 Apr. 2026 Somehow, the phone number in the matchbox has that surprise, that playfulness. — Leonor C. Suárez, Rolling Stone, 8 Jan. 2026 This custom matchbox is a thoughtful gift that’s both sentimental and practical. — Christa Joanna Lee, Glamour, 13 Oct. 2025 Many use their house name or logo on little keepsakes like custom matchboxes and those fan-favorite frosted plastic cups as well as welcome elements like the doormat, Tervis tumblers, and linens. — Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 14 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for matchbox

Word History

First Known Use

1853, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of matchbox was in 1853

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“Matchbox.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/matchbox. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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matchbox

noun
match·​box -ˌbäks How to pronounce matchbox (audio)
: a box for matches
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