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Added 10 October 2026

inbox

/ˈɪnbɒks/ noun

noun Definition from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA). Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about inbox at Wordnik → Where our words come from →

A container in which papers to be dealt with are put.
An electronic folder serving the same purpose, but for electronic files, especially email.
The aggregate of items that demand one's attention or effort.
The kids, my ex, my parents, the job, bills — my inbox is full.

verb

To put (something) in someone's inbox.
I just inboxed you the presentation.
To communicate with (a person) by writing to their electronic inbox.

Origin

From in + box.

From Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org (CC BY-SA)

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