Matchbox (noun)

1. A small box for holding matches, typically made of cardboard.
2. A container for matches.

Origin:

Late 19th century: from match + box.

Examples:

1. She took out a matchbox from her purse and lit the candle.
2. The old man took a match from the matchbox and started a fire in the fireplace.
3. The matchbox was kept on the table for anyone who needed to light a cigarette.
4. The matchbox had a picture of a famous building on it.
5. The matchbox was empty and he had to go buy some matches.