noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A honeycomb-like structure of cavities that can form in fractured or jointed sedimentary rocks. uncountable
2. 2
   Paperwork handled by a judge. uncountable

Etymology

box + -work

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