Phrase guide

packing case

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

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1

noun

Meaning 1

A large, sturdy box or wooden crate used for the secure shipment of goods.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

noun

Meaning 2

a large crate in which goods are packed for shipment or storage

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: packing box

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: crate

History

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Across languages

Translations

5 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Finnish: pakkauslaatikko — a large, sturdy box or wooden crate used for the secure shipment of goods
  • Ido: kesto — a large, sturdy box or wooden crate used for the secure shipment of goods
  • Manx: kishtey paggal — a large, sturdy box or wooden crate used for the secure shipment of goods
  • Māori: kēhi whakamātā — a large, sturdy box or wooden crate used for the secure shipment of goods
  • Swedish: packlår — a large, sturdy box or wooden crate used for the secure shipment of goods