Box your ears

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Box your ears

Origin of Phrases - B

 

Box your ears

Meaning: To physically beat someone.

 

Example: If you don't shut up, I'm going to box your ears.

 

Origin: According to Webster, "box" is defined as a punch or slap. Hence to "box your ears" is to slap someone upside the head. Makes one think of boxing (the sport) and the potential for damage to the ears - and other parts!

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