blue box

recycling telecommunication luxury

The term 'blue box' has diverse meanings ranging from recycling containers to devices used in telecommunications, and even luxury packaging.

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Definition

B1Recycling

(chiefly British, chiefly Canadian)A blue container used for collecting household recyclable waste such as tin cans and newspapers.

Example

Please place all your recyclables in the blue box for collection on Monday.

C1Telecommunications

(historical, informal)An electronic device used to generate tones that control the telephone network, allowing users to make free long-distance calls.

Example

In the 1970s, phone phreaks used blue boxes to hack into the telephone system.

B2Luxury Goods

(trademark)A distinctive packaging design used by Tiffany & Co. to symbolize quality and luxury.

Example

She was thrilled to receive a piece of jewelry in a Tiffany Blue Box.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "blue box":

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