boxier; boxiest
Synonyms of boxynext
: resembling a box
boxiness noun

Examples of boxy in a Sentence

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The Truck was actually designed with wrapping it front of mind, explaining the boxy shape. Sara Lacey, The Drive, 25 June 2026 The company on Wednesday, June 24 unveiled the latest version of its robotaxi, a driverless vehicle known for its boxy shape, inward-facing seats and lack of a steering wheel or pedals. Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 25 June 2026 Throw a chartreuse bag over your shoulder while wearing a pastel dress, or tuck a boxy green button-down shirt into lighter track shorts. Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 24 June 2026 Though technically not decor, at nearly 50% off, this boxy Parachute pillow is too good a deal not to mention. Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 24 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for boxy

Word History

First Known Use

1834, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of boxy was in 1834

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“Boxy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/boxy. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.

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