Definition: a Japanese accessories box, dating from the 17th century; traditionally square or rectangular with a covering lid; made of aged wood that's wrapped in linen or silk and then painted with multiple layers of lacquer; fancy ones were inlaid with precious metal or stones and adorned with a raised-relief or painted design inside and out; could take up to a year to make; has several variations depending on the use - could store anything from tea to cosmetics to writing utensils; originally functional, became increasingly used for ceremonial purposes in modern times
Pronunciation: tee-back-oh
Example: The highly ornate black tebako featured a detailed design painted in gold powder and was inlaid with mother-of-pearl.