Speakur

Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

poor box

Word Rarity Uncommon

Frequency: Zipf frequency 4.76 in modern English

Syllables
poor box
IPA
18
Scrabble Score
7
Letters
1
Syllables
5
Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

A locked box with a slot for depositing coins, usually placed in churches to accept donations for the needy.

Example Sentences

Inflected Forms

poor boxes (plural)

Phrases

collection plate court poor box food bank

Frequently Paired Words

collection plate court poor box food bank foodbank strongbox poorbox poor's box

Synonyms

collection box alms box mite box

Questions

What does poor box mean?
A locked box with a slot for depositing coins, usually placed in churches to accept donations for the needy.

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