What does unbox mean?
Unbox means (transitive) To remove from a box..
Unbox
Pronunciation varies by accent · verb
Meaning
(transitive) To remove from a box..
Definitions by Sense
- (transitive) To remove from a box.
- (transitive, computing) To retrieve (a value of a primitive type) from the object in which it is boxed.
Example Sentences
The booksellers' tasks were to unbox, shelve, and handle cash.
Clips in which children’s toys are unboxed are some of the most popular videos on YouTube.
When a boxing or unboxing operation occurs in code, whether it was implicit or explicit, the IL generated includes the box or unbox command.
Synonyms for unbox
Antonyms for unbox
Related Words
Word Forms
- unboxes
- unboxing
- unboxed
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for unbox?
Common synonyms include unpack, uncase, undo.
What is the opposite of unbox?
Possible antonyms include pack, box up, box, package.
How do you use unbox in a sentence?
The booksellers' tasks were to unbox, shelve, and handle cash.
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