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Raresandbox
The correct spelling is sandbox.
How to pronounce sandbox
/ˈsændbɒks/
nounIPA: /ˈsændbɒks/
Say it like: San-dbo-x
The correct spelling is sandbox. A children's play area consisting of a box filled with sand. For example: "Running a program in a sandbox can prevent it from doing any damage to the system."
Usage Examples
“Running a program in a sandbox can prevent it from doing any damage to the system.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.A children's play area consisting of a box filled with sand.
- 2.A box filled with sand that is shaped to form a mould for metal casting.
- 3.A container for sand or pounce, used historically before blotting paper.
- 4.An animal's litter box.
- 5.A box carried on locomotives, from which sand runs onto the rails in front of the driving wheels, to prevent slipping.
verb
- 1.To restrict (a program, etc.) by placing it in a sandbox.
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