sandbox
Pronunciation
Noun
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Quick answer
A low container filled with sand for children to play in.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
sandpit
Usage notes
In computing, "sandbox" also means a safe, isolated space for testing, a figurative extension of the playground meaning.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The toddlers built little castles in the _____."
Answer: sandbox
In your own words, what does "sandbox" mean?
A low container filled with sand for children to play in.
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