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pillbox
The term describes three distinct objects that share a common physical characteristic: a small, compact, and typically rigid structure. When referring to medication, it is a utilitarian object focused on organization. In fashion, the pillbox hat is associated with mid-century elegance and formality, famously popularized by figures like Jacqueline Kennedy.
In a military context, the word shifts from a handheld or wearable item to a permanent architectural structure. These concrete bunkers are designed for defense and observation, evoking a sense of rigidity and strategic fortification.
Meanings
Examples
The actress stepped out in a classic black pillbox.
The soldiers took cover inside the concrete pillbox.
A hidden pillbox guarded the entrance to the beach.
We should flank that pillbox before they spot us.