soapbox

== English == === Alternative forms === soap box, soap-box === Etymology === From soap +‎ box. The figurative use of the word derives from the fact that soap products in the US used to be commonly transported to stores in large wooden boxes. It used to be common for individuals to give impromptu rally speeches to their neighbors by finding something to stand on like a soapbox. === Pronunciation === IPA(key): /ˈsəʊpbɒks/ === Noun === soapbox (plural soapboxes) (literally) A crate for packing soap. A small platform, being or resembling a literal soapbox, on which a person stands in order to give an impromptu speech or espouse their views. (figuratively, often pejorative) A platform or outlet, such as a media platform, that a person uses to express their opinions. (derogatory, especially in phrases such as 'on/off one's soapbox') A figurative means of talking repeatedly or at length about one's opinions on one's pet topic. (loosely) The topic itself. A soapbox car. ==== Derived terms ==== ==== Translations ==== === Verb === soapbox (third-person singular simple present soapboxes, present participle soapboxing, simple past and past participle soapboxed) To give a speech from (or as if from) a soapbox.