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Definition of outbox

outbox

/ˈaʊtˌbɑːks/
out · box
Plural:outboxes
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Past Simple:outboxed
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Past Participle:outboxed
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Present Participle:outboxing
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outbox Lexical Profile

outbox Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

An electronic folder in an email client or messaging application where outgoing messages are temporarily stored before being transmitted.

Example

"Because the internet connection dropped, the report remained stuck in my outbox until the network was restored."

2

A physical tray or receptacle on an office desk used to hold completed documents and outgoing mail awaiting collection.

Example

"Once you have signed the contracts, please place them in the outbox on the receptionist's desk."

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• verb

1

To defeat or surpass an opponent in boxing through superior skill, footwork, and strategy rather than raw punching power.

Example

"The challenger managed to outbox the defending champion over twelve rounds to win by a unanimous decision."

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• Nearby Words

outbid
outboard
outbound
outbox
outbreak
outbuilding
outburst

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