different between toolbox vs workbox

English

Etymology

tool +? box

Pronunciation

• enPR: to?ol?-b?ks'
• (General American) IPA^(key): /?tu?l?b?ks/

Noun

toolbox (plural toolboxes)

1. A storage case for tools.
2. (computing) A set of pre-existing routines for use in writing new programs.
3. (figuratively) A set of skills or competences
4. (slang) Dumbass or idiot.

Hypernyms

• box

Related terms

• toolset
• toolkit
• tool chest

Translations

Anagrams

• loot box

Dutch

Etymology

Borrowed from English toolbox.

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /?tu?l?b?ks/, /?tu?l?b?ks/
• Hyphenation: tool?box

Noun

toolbox m (plural toolboxen, diminutive toolboxje n)

1. A set of auxiliary devices to tackle a set of related problems, e.g. a package of software for a target group or teaching - or marketing aids on a subject.

   Synonym: gereedschapskist

Related terms

• tool

Portuguese

Etymology

Borrowed from English toolbox.

Noun

toolbox f (plural toolboxes)

1. (computing) A toolbox (set of routines)

   Synonym: toolkit

English

Etymology

work +? box

Noun

workbox (plural workboxes)

1. A toolbox; a container for the items needed to carry out a task.

   The sewing workbox held fabric, needles, notions, patterns, and other supplies.

2. (figuratively) A set of skills and approaches.

Hypernyms

• (container for tools): box

Anagrams

• boxwork