toolbox

toolbox

synonyms, antonyms, definitions, examples & translations of toolbox in English

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English

Etymology

From tool +‎ box.

Pronunciation

  • enPR: to͞ol′-bŏks'
  • (Received Pronunciation) IPA(key): /ˈtuːlˌbɒks/
  • (General American) IPA(key): /ˈtuːlˌbɑks/
  • (General Australian) IPA(key): /ˈtʉːlˌbɔks/

Noun

toolbox (plural toolboxes)

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

Hypernyms

  • box

Derived terms

Related terms

  • toolset
  • toolkit
  • tool chest

Translations

Anagrams

  • loot box

Dutch

Etymology

Borrowed from English toolbox.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈtuːlˌbɔks/, /ˈtuːlˌbɑks/
  • Hyphenation: tool‧box

Noun

toolbox m (plural toolboxen, diminutive toolboxje n)

  1. a set of auxiliary devices to tackle a set of related problems, e.g. a package of software for a target group or teaching - or marketing aids on a subject
    Synonym: gereedschapskist

Related terms

  • tool

Portuguese

Etymology

Unadapted borrowing from English toolbox.

Pronunciation

Noun

toolbox f (plural toolboxes)

  1. (computing) a toolbox (set of routines)
    Synonym: toolkit

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