toolbox

noun

tool·​box ˈtül-ˌbäks How to pronounce toolbox (audio)
: a chest for tools

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At this point, the Hurricane Center considers AI another tool in the toolbox, but one that could save lives. Bill Kearney, Miami Herald, 1 June 2026 Reigns used a toolbox to crush Fatu’s hand and, for a moment, keep the use of the Tongan Death Grip at bay. Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 31 May 2026 Reigns bashed Fatu’s hand with the toolbox. Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026 Each taught him a new way to handle replay challenges and enhance his toolbox. Kansas City Star, 14 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for toolbox

Word History

First Known Use

1832, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of toolbox was in 1832

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“Toolbox.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/toolbox. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.

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toolbox

noun
tool·​box ˈtül-ˌbäks How to pronounce toolbox (audio)
: a chest to store tools in

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