Speakur

Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

lockbox

Word Rarity Very rare

Frequency: Zipf frequency 2.19 in modern English

Syllables
lock-box
IPA
22
Scrabble Score
7
Letters
2
Syllables
6
Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

A box with a built-in lock; usually, a portable one.

Example Sentences

Etymology

From lock + box.

Inflected Forms

lockboxes (plural)

Phrases

poor box

Frequently Paired Words

boxlock locker poor box poorbox

Synonyms

strongbox safe safebox safe-deposit safe-deposit box safety-deposit safety deposit box deposit box

Questions

What does lockbox mean?
A box with a built-in lock; usually, a portable one.
Where does lockbox come from?
From lock + box.

How to pronounce lockbox

  1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “lockbox”.
  2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
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  4. Repeat and practice — Say “lockbox” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.