a large cast-iron stove having a big firebox suitable for burning wood.
See also: box heater
- 1828  He at all times, keeps on hand all kinds of assortments of . . . Box Stoves, Plough Points, to fit almost any Ploughs used in this country.
- 1963  "Favorite" Box Stove. Cast iron, attractively scrolled. For wood burning. Swing fire door. Two cooking holes, removable top section, and six-inch smoke-pipe collar on two larger models. $39.95.