carton

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA ^(key): /ˈkɑːtən/ or /ˈkɑːtn̩/
• (US) IPA ^(key): /ˈkɑrtn̩/ or [ˈkʰɑrʔn̩]

Noun

Singular carton

Plural cartons

A one-litre carton of milk.

1. (countable) A carton is a small, light box or container in which drinks are packaged.
2. (Australia) A carton is a cardboard box that holds (usually 24) beer bottles or cans.
   • Synonym: case