saltbox

n : a type of house built in New England; has two stories in

front and one behind

sandbox

1. Common term for the R&D department at many software and

computer companies (where hackers in commercial environments

are likely to be found). Half-derisive, but reflects the

truth that research is a form of creative play. Compare

{playpen}. (In the UK this would be "sandpit").

2. Synonym {link farm}.

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