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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

smokebox

/smɒk.bɒks/ noun · British & US
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What does smokebox mean?

noun

A smokebox is a compartment in a steam locomotive where the smoke from the firebox passes through before being exhausted out of the chimney. It is typically located at the rear of the locomotive.

Example

"The engineer opened the smokebox door to inspect the condition of the locomotive's boiler."

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