box out
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To position oneself between an opposition player and the basket in anticipation of getting a rebound.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To arrange a situation so as to exclude (someone).
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “box out” mean?
To position oneself between an opposition player and the basket in anticipation of getting a rebound.
Is “box out” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.