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Definition of boxiness

boxiness

/ˈbɑːk.si.nəs/
box · i · ness
Adverb:boxily
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Adjective:boxy
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boxiness Lexical Profile

boxiness Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The quality or state of being square, angular, or shaped like a box, especially in reference to vehicles, buildings, or garments.

Example

"The automotive designer softened the edges of the chassis to reduce the traditional boxiness of the utility vehicle."

2

In acoustics and audio engineering, a muffled, hollow, or resonant sound quality reminiscent of audio emanating from inside a small wooden or cardboard enclosure.

Example

"Cutting a few decibels around the lower-midrange frequencies helped eliminate the unpleasant boxiness in the drum recording."

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• Rhymes for boxiness

• Nearby Words

boxers
boxfish
boxful
boxiness
boxing
boxlike
boxout

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Boxiness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/boxiness
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