August 31, 20169 yr We all know what a box is, thought I did. When I started turning on my mini lathe. I discovered that those experienced guys and gals called a round container w/lid a box. ?? Ok, I can go with that............. can anyone tell why a round container is a box? A box is not round.......or is it?
August 31, 20169 yr right out of the dictionary.. 1... a container, case, or receptacle, usually rectangular, of wood, metal, cardboard, etc., and often with a lid or removable cover... 2... any enclosing, protective case or housing...
August 31, 20169 yr Well, boxing rings are square, but the bouts themselves are in rounds. Same reasoning, I'd guess. Dave
August 31, 20169 yr I think it's because we are basically lazy and when we're talking about our work it's easier to say "box" than, container or coffer or portmanteau Steve
August 31, 20169 yr I was thinking it could be called a jar but it is not made of glass or earthenware. jar1 [jahr] SpellSyllables Examples Word Origin See more synonyms on Thesaurus.com noun 1. a broad-mouthed container, usually cylindrical and of glass orearthenware: a cookie jar. Edited August 31, 20169 yr by HandyDan
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.