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hitbox

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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Pronunciation

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1

noun

Meaning 1

An invisible shape bounding all or part of a model (in a video game, etc.) used in collision detection to determine whether another object collides with the model.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: computer-graphics, computing, engineering, mathematics, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, sciences

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

noun

Meaning 2

An arcade game controller that features an array of buttons instead of a joystick lever.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Qualifier: genericized trademark

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: hitbox controller, leverless controller, leverless arcade controller

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: arcade controller

History

Etymology

From hit + box.

Across languages

Translations

5 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Chinese Mandarin: 碰撞箱 — Translations
  • Finnish: osumalaatikko — Translations
  • Russian: хитбокс (xitboks) — Translations
  • Russian: столкновение (stolknovenije) — Translations
  • Russian: коллизия (kollizija) — Translations