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jack–in–the–box
noun \ˈjak-ən-thə-ˌbäks\
: a toy that is a small box containing a clown or other figure which jumps up when the box is opened
plural jack–in–the–box·es or jacks–in–the–box
Full Definition of JACK-IN-THE-BOX
: a toy consisting of a small box out of which a figure (as of a clown's head) springs when the lid is raised
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First Known Use of JACK-IN-THE-BOX
1702
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jack–in–the–box
noun \ˈjak-ən-thə-ˌbäks\
plural jack–in–the–box·es or jacks–in–the–box \ˈjak-sən-\
Definition of JACK-IN-THE-BOX for Kids
: a small box out of which a toy figure springs when the lid is raised
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