Breadbox (noun)

A container, usually made of wood or metal, used for storing bread to keep it fresh.

Origin:

The word breadbox is derived from the middle english word "bredboks" meaning a box for storing bread.

Examples:

1. He placed the bread in the breadbox to keep it fresh.
2. I am looking for a breadbox, do you know where I can find one?
3. The breadbox was an essential part of the kitchen in the old days.
4. She always kept the bread in the breadbox, to keep it from going stale.
5. I am thinking of getting a breadbox, what do you think?