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Pillbox Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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pillbox

pill-box

🇬🇧 /pˈɪlbɒks/

Definition

Context #1 | Noun

container for storing medication

A pillbox is a small container used for storing medication, typically with separate compartments for different days of the week. It is a convenient way to organize and keep track of daily doses of pills.

Synonyms

medication organizer, pill organizer.

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Word Description / Examples
pillbox

Also refers to a small, usually metal or plastic, container specifically for carrying a small supply of pills for convenience. This term can overlap with the first definition of a pillbox.

  • He carried his daily vitamins in a small pillbox he kept in his bag
medication organizer

A device or container designed to organize pills by day and time, often used by people who take multiple medications and need help keeping track of them.

  • Due to his complex medication schedule, he started using a medication organizer to ensure he never missed a dose
pill organizer

Similar to a medication organizer, but often used more casually, typically referring to simpler designs that are less complex.

  • The pill organizer was divided into compartments for each day of the week

Examples of usage

  • I always keep my vitamins in a pillbox on the kitchen counter.
  • She carries a pillbox in her purse to ensure she doesn't miss taking her medication.

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Quick facts about “pillbox”

Pillbox is a 2-syllable noun (pill-box). It is pronounced /pˈɪlbɒks/. On finesentence.com it has 1 meaning, 2 synonyms, and translations into 21 languages. It ranks #34,920 among the most common English words.

Origin of 'pillbox'

The term 'pillbox' originated in the late 19th century, combining 'pill' (a small medicinal tablet) and 'box' (a container). The concept of a pillbox as a specific container for medication management became popular in the 20th century with the rise of daily pill regimens for various health conditions.

See also: pill, pillager, pills.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,920 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.