English Expression · Intermediate
idiot box
Television
Pronunciation: say idiot box
Meaning
A derogatory term for a television set.
Example
During the long, dreary, wet winter I amused myself by watching college and Pro basketball on the idiot box.
During the long, dreary, wet winter I amused myself by watching college and Pro basketball on the idiot box.
Practice tips
- Practice idiot box out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.