Pillbox: meaning, definitions and examples
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pillbox
[ ˈpɪlˌbɒks ]
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
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.
Translations
Translations of the word "pillbox" in other languages:
🇵🇹 caixa de comprimidos
🇮🇳 गोली रखने का डिब्बा
🇩🇪 Pillenbox
🇮🇩 kotak pil
🇺🇦 планшетка
🇵🇱 pudełko na tabletki
🇯🇵 ピルケース
🇫🇷 boîte à pilules
🇪🇸 pastillero
🇹🇷 hap kutusu
🇰🇷 알약 상자
🇸🇦 علبة حبوب
🇨🇿 krabička na pilulky
🇸🇰 škatuľka na tabletky
🇨🇳 药盒
🇸🇮 škatlica za tablete
🇮🇸 pillubox
🇰🇿 дәрі қорабы
🇬🇪 ტაბლეტების ყუთი
🇦🇿 həb qutusu
🇲🇽 pastillero
Word origin
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.