box room

noun

, British.

1. a storage room, especially one for trunks, suitcases, etc.

Word History and Origins

Origin of box room¹

First recorded in 1925–30

Example Sentences

"It was back in 2019 and I was sitting in my box room at home, quietly sulking and downloading application forms for jobs in PR," said the 48-year-old, who writes under the pen name B.E.

From BBC

During her second term, studying remotely in a box room during a national lockdown, her mental health had suffered, Ms Sampson said.

From BBC

I can see myself standing in the empty box room where her cot had been - the sun streaming in through the window on to the white woodchip wallpaper.

From BBC

Film composers deserve a better museum showcase for their art than this: a black box room that’s not even playing real movie music.

From Los Angeles Times

If your commute is now from the bedroom to the box room or the kitchen table, you're probably missing out on physical activity that can help keep you mentally as well as physically fit.

From BBC