Basketboard: meaning, definitions and examples

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basketboard

 

[ ˈbæskɪtbɔrd ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

sports equipment

A basketboard is a flat surface, often made of wood or plastic, that is attached to a basketball hoop or used in various games involving a ball. It is designed to rebound the ball and is an essential component in the game of basketball.

Synonyms

backboard, basket

Examples of usage

  • The players practiced their shots against the basketboard.
  • He replaced the old basketboard with a new one for better rebounds.
  • During the game, the coach emphasized the importance of utilizing the basketboard.

Translations

Translations of the word "basketboard" in other languages:

🇵🇹 tabuleiro de basquete

🇮🇳 बास्केटबॉल बोर्ड

🇩🇪 Basketboard

🇮🇩 papan basket

🇺🇦 баскетбольна дошка

🇵🇱 tablica do koszykówki

🇯🇵 バスケットボード

🇫🇷 planche de basket

🇪🇸 tablero de baloncesto

🇹🇷 basket tahtası

🇰🇷 농구판

🇸🇦 لوحة كرة السلة

🇨🇿 basketbalová deska

🇸🇰 basketbalová doska

🇨🇳 篮球板

🇸🇮 košarkarska tabla

🇮🇸 körfuboltaborð

🇰🇿 баскетбол тақтасы

🇬🇪 ბასკეტბოლის დაფა

🇦🇿 basketbol taxtası

🇲🇽 tablero de baloncesto

Etymology

The term 'basketboard' is derived from the combination of 'basket,' referring to the hoop that players aim for, and 'board,' indicating a flat panel. The concept of a backboard in basketball developed in the late 19th century as the game evolved. Basketball was invented in 1891 by Dr. James Naismith, who initially used peach baskets as goals. As the sport grew, wooden backboards were introduced to improve gameplay by allowing balls to rebound, leading to the modern design we see today. Over time, the design and materials of the basketboard have changed, incorporating metals and plastics for durability and performance.