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Definition of unbox

unbox

/ʌnˈbɑːks/
un · box
Past Simple:unboxed
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Past Participle:unboxed
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Present Participle:unboxing
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unbox Lexical Profile

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• verb

1

To film and share the process of removing a newly purchased product from its packaging, often highlighting its features for an online audience.

Example

"The popular tech reviewer plans to unbox the latest smartphone live on his channel tomorrow."

2

To remove a product, item, or object from its packaging or box.

Example

"After moving into the new apartment, it took her three days to unbox all of her kitchen supplies."

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• Rhymes for unbox

• Nearby Words

unbounded
unbowed
unbowing
unbox
unboxing
unbraced
unbraid

Word Origin & Etymology

From the prefix 'un-' (expressing removal) + 'box'. While the word has existed since at least the late 15th century meaning simply to remove from a box, it gained massive popularity in the early 21st century to describe the internet phenomenon of recording and reviewing the opening of new commercial products.

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