sentry box

noun

1. a small structure for sheltering a sentry from bad weather.

sentry box

noun

1. a small shelter with an open front in which a sentry may stand to be sheltered from the weather

Word History and Origins

Origin of sentry box¹

First recorded in 1695–1705

Example Sentences

The City of London Corporation said the other painted on 11 August - swimming piranhas on a City of London Police sentry box - had been taken to Guildhall Yard so it could be viewed safely.

From BBC

The public then flooded to see the swimming piranhas, which appeared on the side of a City of London Police sentry box.

From BBC

It comes a day after painted swimming piranhas on to a City of London Police sentry box, which was first spotted on Sunday morning.

From BBC

An artwork of swimming fish painted on to a City of London Police sentry box has led to speculation it may be the latest in a new series of works from the artist Banksy.

From BBC

Stepping up to the copper-plated sentry box adjacent to the Dakota’s majestic archway, Kutti handed the doorman a sealed envelope addressed to “Ms. Yoko Ono,” with the word “personal” scrawled underneath.

From Salon