English Explanatory Dictionary

inbox

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A container in which papers to be dealt with are put.
  2. An electronic folder serving the same purpose, but for electronic files, especially email.
  3. The aggregate of items that demand one's attention or effort.
verb
  1. To put (something) in someone's inbox.
  2. To communicate with (a person) by writing to their electronic inbox.

Pronunciation

/ˈɪnbɒks/ /ˈɪmbɒks/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-inbox.wav /ˈɪnbɑks/ /ˈɪmbɑks/

Word forms

inbox inboxes in-box inboxing inboxed

Etymology

From in + box.

Synonyms

in-basket in-tray message

Antonyms

outbox

Related words

mailbox agenda to-do list inbox zero outbox
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