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Definition of boxscore

boxscore

/ˈbɑːks.kɔːr/
Plural:boxscores
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boxscore Lexical Profile

boxscore Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

North American A structured tabular summary of the statistics and individual player performances from a sports game, especially in baseball or basketball.

Example

"The coach reviewed the boxscore after the tournament game to evaluate each player's shooting percentage and rebounds."

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• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in mid-19th-century American sports journalism from "box" and "score," referencing the rectangular grid used to print baseball statistics.

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