jewel box

noun

1. jewel case.
2. a hinged plastic case for the storage of a compact disc.

Word History and Origins

Origin of jewel box¹

First recorded in 1825–35

Example Sentences

Jim Rosenheim, the owner of D.C.'s exclusive boutique Tiny Jewel Box, knows the type all too well.

From The Daily Beast

She is the author of four New York Times bestsellers, most recently, Read My Pins: Stories from a Diplomat's Jewel Box.

From The Daily Beast

The girl brought into my store a jewel box in which were things valued at more than a thousand dollars, I believe.

From Project Gutenberg

“It would have made me a rare jewel-box,” Messalinda sighed.

From Project Gutenberg

A letter lying in her jewel-box called her to read it, for the chance of some slight stir.

From Project Gutenberg

The letter in her jewel-box urged Aminta to clear her conscience by some means, for leaving it unburnt.

From Project Gutenberg

A seventh letter, signed 'Adolphus,' came by post, was read and locked up in her jewel-box.

From Project Gutenberg