boombox
|boom/box|
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🇺🇸
/ˈbuːmˌbɑːks/
🇬🇧
/ˈbuːmˌbɒks/
portable music player
Etymology
Etymology Information
'boombox' originates from English, combining 'boom' (referring to the deep, resonant sound) and 'box' (referring to the shape of the device).
Historical Evolution
'boombox' emerged in the 1970s as a term for portable music players that could produce loud sounds.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to any portable music player, but now it often implies a retro or vintage style.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a portable sound system, typically including a radio and cassette or CD player, capable of playing music at high volume.
He carried his boombox to the park to play music for everyone.
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Last updated: 2025/01/13 15:31