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Definition of callbox
callbox
/ˈkɔːl.bɑːks/
call · box
Plural:callboxes
callbox Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
5
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
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• noun
1
A roadside or wall-mounted box containing an emergency telephone or intercom, typically used to summon police, fire, or breakdown assistance.
Example
"After her car broke down on the deserted highway, she walked two miles to reach the nearest emergency callbox."
2
British A small enclosure or kiosk in a public place containing a payphone for general use.
Example
"He ducked out of the pouring rain and into a red callbox to dial his home number."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Originated in the early 20th century as a compound of 'call' and 'box', directly referencing the physical enclosure housing a public or emergency telephone.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Callbox. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 15, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/callbox