toolbox

noun

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

Examples of toolbox in a Sentence

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In solving an 80-year-old chemical mystery, the researchers have not only answered a long-standing theoretical question but also expanded the toolbox of modern chemistry. Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 8 Jan. 2026 The smartphone has become the most important tool in the toolbox. Nolan Finley The Detroit News, Arkansas Online, 8 Jan. 2026 This is going to be a year where Democrats have to use every tool in the diplomatic and post-diplomatic toolbox. ABC News, 4 Jan. 2026 MagicDrive isn’t meant to replace a full toolbox. New Atlas, 4 Jan. 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 13 Jan. 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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