Board: meaning, definitions and examples

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board

 

[ bɔːrd ]

Noun / Verb
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Noun

game

A flat, usually rectangular piece of wood or other material used for various purposes, such as playing games or serving food.

Synonyms

panel, plank, slab

Examples of usage

  • Please pass me the board so we can start playing.
  • The chess board is set up and ready for the game.
Context #2 | Noun

meeting

A group of people who manage or direct a company or organization.

Synonyms

committee, council, panel

Examples of usage

  • The board will meet tomorrow to discuss the budget.
  • She was elected to the board of directors.
Context #3 | Verb

get on

To step onto or enter a ship, aircraft, or other vehicle.

Synonyms

embark, enter, get on

Examples of usage

  • Please wait for the captain's signal before boarding the plane.
  • The passengers began boarding the cruise ship.

Translations

Translations of the word "board" in other languages:

🇵🇹 placa

🇮🇳 बोर्ड

🇩🇪 Tafel

🇮🇩 papan

🇺🇦 дошка

🇵🇱 tablica

🇯🇵 ボード

🇫🇷 planche

🇪🇸 tabla

🇹🇷 tahta

🇰🇷 보드

🇸🇦 لوحة

🇨🇿 deska

🇸🇰 doska

🇨🇳 

🇸🇮 plošča

🇮🇸 plata

🇰🇿 тақта

🇬🇪 ფილა

🇦🇿 lövhə

🇲🇽 tabla

Word origin

The word 'board' originated from the Old English word 'bord', which referred to a plank or flat surface. Over time, the meaning of 'board' expanded to include various uses such as playing games, serving food, and managing organizations. The verb form 'board' comes from the nautical term of stepping onto a ship. The word has evolved to represent different contexts, from games to business meetings to transportation.

See also: boarder, boarding, dashboard, sideboard.