spring-box

See also: springbox

English

Etymology

From spring +‎ box.

Noun

spring-box (plural spring-boxes)

  1. A box or barrel in which a spring is coiled.
  2. The frame of a sofa, etc., in which the springs are set.
  3. Alternative spelling of spring box (“box set in running water to keep food cool”).

References

  • Chambers 1908.

Anagrams

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