box top

noun

1. the top of a box; the upper portion of a boxed product, which may contain the expiration date, product identification, proof of purchase, or special voucher.

Word History and Origins

Origin of box top¹

1935–40

Example Sentences

A knitting group paid tribute with a post box top showing the girls as three angels and charity football matches and many fundraising events have been held for those affected.

From BBC

The tiny tales were published in 1947 and offered as mail-in premiums in exchange for a Cheerios box top.

From Washington Post

Greg Risling, a spokesman for the district attorney’s office, said that when Rincon was questioned about inconsistent statements, he “clarified that he found the gun, bullets and drugs on a shoe box top when he lifted up the couch.”

From Los Angeles Times

More fun box messaging could be found inside the box top, which bears the words, “Hey, I’m your rolling tray.”

From Los Angeles Times

More fun box messaging could be found inside the box top, which bears the words, “Hey, I’m your rolling tray.”

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• advertisement
• card
• certificate
• voucher