pillbox

noun

Definition of pillboxnext
as in helmet

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Recent Examples of pillbox Queen Elizabeth matched her pillbox hat to her coat, which was accented with a large brooch, while out in London in 1977. — Andrea Wurzburger, PEOPLE, 25 Apr. 2026 Use organizer tools, like a pillbox or blister packs, to have all your doses in one place. — Kirstyn Hill, Health, 1 Apr. 2026 Use a pillbox with separate slots for each day and each time of day, and sort medications weekly into those slots. — Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 24 Mar. 2026 Use a porcelain pillbox as a tiny treasure chest so the tooth fairy knows exactly where to look. — Kylie Petty, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for pillbox
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pillbox
  1. helmet
  2. beret
  3. skullcap
  4. bonnet
  5. turban
  6. hood
  7. hat
  8. baseball cap
Noun
  • Wearing a high-quality helmet, following road safety guidelines and receiving proper instruction can help reduce the risk of crashes and injuries.
    — Jennifer Borresen, USA Today, 29 July 2026
  • If that linebacker wears the green-dot helmet communicator, all the better.
    — Gary Davenport, New York Times, 27 July 2026
Definition of helmet
Noun
  • Just with fewer berets, more robots and a much larger existential crisis hiding beneath the branding.
    — Edward Morris, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026
  • In London, Cynthia Erivo attended Wimbledon in a navy blue suit and matching beret by Ralph Lauren.
    — Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 16 July 2026
Definition of beret
Noun
  • Another promotional video for Rededicate 250 blends various Christian and American imagery — scenes of a cross laid on an American flag, a robed choir, people raising their hands in worship — along with a brief scene of a man praying while wearing a Jewish skullcap.
    — Peter Smith, Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2026
  • Many Jews are increasingly avoiding visible signs of their identity, such as wearing a Star of David or a kippah, or Jewish skullcap, amid fears of harassment.
    — Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 5 May 2026
Definition of skullcap
Noun
  • In the latest iteration of her daily vlogs, the 51-year-old former reality star channeled the fictional Ingalls family from the Little House franchise, wearing a bonnet, light-blue blouse and a ribbon tie.
    — Brenton Blanchet, PEOPLE, 23 July 2026
  • Consider using a satin or silk bonnet and pillowcase to reduce friction, prevent breakage, and preserve your hairstyle while sleeping.
    — Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 24 June 2026
Definition of bonnet
Noun
  • Wigs can feel tight and hot, so Heerdt said a silk scarf or turban can be a stylish replacement.
    — Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 13 July 2026
  • The caskets of his dead family members sat beneath Khamenei's, which had his black turban atop it, identifying him as a direct descendant of the Prophet Muhammad.
    — NASSER KARIMI, Arkansas Online, 5 July 2026
Definition of turban
Noun
  • The Petco cashier with the cat named Rebecca knocks on the hood of my car.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 27 July 2026
  • The ultimate badge of honor for many owners, however, is simply the number of cylinders under the hood.
    — Morgan Korn, ABC News, 25 July 2026
Definition of hood
Noun
  • The evening ritual is a sweet hat tip to the property’s beginnings—more on that below.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026
  • Earlier this week, Zimmerman also had some trouble at a concert at the Delaware State Fair on July 26, where a fight reportedly broke out between fans over an autographed hat.
    — Marissa R. Moss, Rolling Stone, 30 July 2026
Definition of hat
Noun
  • Harry, wearing a backwards baseball cap, is seen flipping his daughter in the pool.
    — KiMi Robinson, USA Today, 24 July 2026
  • Keeping her accessories simple, Ratajkowski opted for a pair of diamond stud earrings and a black baseball cap to block out the sun.
    — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 23 July 2026
Definition of baseball cap

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“Pillbox.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pillbox. Accessed 1 Aug. 2026.

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