noun
- plural of glovebox; small compartments or storage spaces in a vehicle, typically located in the dashboard on the passenger side, used for storing documents, maps, and small items
- plural of glovebox; sealed laboratory enclosures with gloves built into the sides, used for handling hazardous or sensitive materials in a controlled environment
Usage: commonly used in automotive contexts; also called glove compartment
Usage: technical/scientific context
Examples
- She opened the glovebox to retrieve the car's registration documents.
- The gloveboxes in our vehicles contain emergency supplies and first aid kits.
- Scientists use gloveboxes to safely handle radioactive materials.
- He stored his insurance papers in the glovebox of his truck.
- The laboratory has several gloveboxes equipped with specialized equipment for handling toxic substances.
- Most modern cars have gloveboxes with locking mechanisms for security.