English Explanatory Dictionary

toolbox

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A storage case for tools.
  2. A set of pre-existing routines for use in writing new programs.
  3. A set of skills or competences
  4. Dumbass or idiot.

Pronunciation

to͞ol′-bŏks' /ˈtuːlˌbɒks/ /ˈtuːlˌbɑks/ /ˈtʉːlˌbɔks/ En-au-toolbox.ogg

Word forms

toolbox toolboxes

Etymology

From tool + box.

Related words

toolset toolkit tool chest

Derived words

a few spanners short of a tool box
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