time capsule
noun
Definition of time capsule
1 : a container holding historical records or objects representative of current culture that is deposited (as in a cornerstone) for preservation until discovery by some future age
2 : something resembling a time capsule sunken vessels are archaeological time capsules — Philip Trupp
From the M-W Editors
1938
First Known Use of time capsule
1938
TIME CAPSULE Defined for English Language Learners
time capsule
noun
Definition of time capsule for English Language Learners
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: a container that is filled with things (such as newspapers or clothing) from the present time and that is meant to be opened by people at some time in the future
TIME CAPSULE Defined for Kids
time capsule
noun
Definition of time capsule for Students
: a container holding records or objects representative of a current culture that is put in a safe place for discovery in the future
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