English Online Dictionary. What means toolbox? What does toolbox mean?
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)
- A storage case for tools.
- (computing) A set of pre-existing routines for use in writing new programs.
- (figurative) A set of skills or competences
- (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)
- 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)
- (computing) a toolbox (set of routines)
- Synonym: toolkit