# outbox

> English word · Noun · IPA /ˈaʊtbɒks/

## Definitions
1. A box holding papers to be transmitted to others, usually by mail.
2. An electronic folder serving the same purpose, for electronic mail.

## Etymology
From out + box.

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
Canonical page: https://plainspell.com/en/word/outbox