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econobox

noun econo·box \i-ˈkä-nō-ˌbäks, ē-\

Definition of ECONOBOX

:  a small economical car
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Origin of ECONOBOX

economical + 2box
First Known Use: 1979

Rhymes with ECONOBOX

dialog box, Greek Orthodox, heterodox, homeobox, idiot box, jack-in-the-box, penalty box, unorthodox

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