Words / B1

TOOLB-oks/ˈtuːlbɒks/

A toolbox is a box for storing and carrying tools. A tool is one item; a kit bag is often for sport. DT: the toolbox is counted out and in; a missing screwdriver still goes in the behaviour log.

Meaning

A box for storing and carrying tools.

Examples

• “The DT toolbox is counted out and in; a missing screwdriver still goes in the behaviour log.”
• “A toolbox in drama is still staff-issued; taking a hammer for a prop without a risk assessment is a fail.”

Good to know

a toolbox. Contrast: a tool / a kit bag. DT / drama. Countable boxes. Mix-up: a box can mean a carton; a toolbox is the tool store. Extra: a toolbox talk is a short safety briefing at work.

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