The Clue
Spars (5 letter answer)
The Answer
BOXES
Tags
Notes
The answer BOXES is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 1600 puzzles.
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Definition
BOX as a noun:
1. a (usually rectangular) container; may have a lid; "he rummaged through a box of spare parts"
2. (box, loge) = private area in a theater or grandstand where a small group can watch the performance; "the royal box was empty"
3. (box, boxful) = the quantity contained in a box; "he gave her a box of chocolates"
4. (corner, box) = a predicament from which a skillful or graceful escape is impossible; "his lying got him into a tight corner"
5. a rectangular drawing; "the flowchart contained many boxes"
6. (box, boxwood) = evergreen shrubs or small trees
7. any one of several designated areas on a ball field where the batter or catcher or coaches are positioned; "the umpire warned the batter to stay in the batter's box"
8. (box, box seat) = the driver's seat on a coach; "an armed guard sat in the box with the driver"
9. separate partitioned area in a public place for a few people; "the sentry stayed in his box to avoid the cold"
10. a blow with the hand (usually on the ear); "I gave him a good box on the ear"
BOX as a verb:
1. (box, package) = put into a box; "box the gift, please"
2. hit with the fist; "I'll box your ears!"
3. engage in a boxing match