inbox

/ˈɪnbɑks/
/ˈɪnbɒks/
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Other forms: inboxing; inboxed

Definitions of inbox
  1. noun
    an electronic folder for received emails or text messages on a computer or cell phone
  2. verb
    send a private electronic message or email to someone
  3. noun
    a tray for holding incoming work documents
Pronunciation
US
/ˈɪnbɑks/
UK
/ˈɪnbɒks/
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