What is another word for paddle box?
Pronunciation: [pˈadə͡l bˈɒks] (IPA) 
A paddle box is a structure on the sides of a steamship or riverboat where the paddle wheels are housed. There are some variations in the term that refer to the same or similar structures. For example, some people may refer to a paddle box as a paddle housing or paddle enclosure. Similarly, others may use the terms wheel box or paddle wheel housing to refer to the same or similar structures. These terms may vary depending on the context and the location or the culture of the user. Nonetheless, they all represent the protective structure that surrounds the paddle wheels of a water vessel.
