shadow box

shadow box

n.

A shallow, framed, rectangular box usually with a glass front that is used for holding and protecting items on display.

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shad′ow box`

n.

a rectangular frame fronted with a glass panel, used to show and protect items on display.

[1905–10]

shad•ow•box

(ˈʃæd oʊˌbɒks)

v.i.

to go through the motions of boxing, without an opponent, as a training or conditioning procedure.

[1915–20]

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Noun

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shadow box - a shallow rectangular box with a transparent front used to protect and display small items (jewelry, coins, etc.) box - a (usually rectangular) container; may have a lid; "he rummaged through a box of spare parts"

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