Meaning of the word "box up" in English

What does "box up" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

box up

US /bɑks ʌp/
UK /bɒks ʌp/

Phrasal Verb

1.

to pack something into boxes

Example:
We need to box up all these books before we move.
She spent the whole day boxing up her old toys.
2.

to confine or restrict someone or something

Example:
The police managed to box up the suspects in a dead-end street.
He felt boxed up in his small apartment during the lockdown.