boxout Synonyms
Another word for boxout
• noun (Context 1)
In basketball, the act or technique of positioning one's body between an opposing player and the basket in order to secure a rebound.
"The coach praised the center's textbook blockout, which allowed her teammate to grab the defensive rebound easily."
• noun (Context 2)
In publishing and page design, a short section of text enclosed within a border or shaded background to set it apart from the main article.
"The magazine editor placed a brief biographical summary in a sidebar next to the main interview."
• noun (Context 3)
In construction, a temporary frame or barrier placed inside concrete formwork to create an opening or recess for pipes, ducts, or structural connections.
"The crew installed a wooden blockout in the foundation wall before pouring the concrete to leave room for the utility lines."