Board Definition
board
noun
- a committee having supervisory powers; "the board has seven members"
- a stout length of sawn timber; made in a wide variety of sizes and used for many purposes
- a flat piece of material designed for a special purpose; "he nailed boards across the windows"
- food or meals in general; "she sets a fine table"; "room and board"
- a vertical surface on which information can be displayed to public view
- a table at which meals are served; "he helped her clear the dining table"; "a feast was spread upon the board"
- electrical device consisting of a flat insulated surface that contains switches and dials and meters for controlling other electrical devices; "he checked the instrument panel"; "suddenly the board lit up like a Christmas tree"
- a printed circuit that can be inserted into expansion slots in a computer to increase the computer's capabilities
- a flat portable surface (usually rectangular) designed for board games; "he got out the board and set up the pieces"
verb
- get on board of (trains, buses, ships, aircraft, etc.)
- live and take one's meals at or in; "she rooms in an old boarding house"
- lodge and take meals (at)
- provide food and lodging (for); "The old lady is boarding three men"
"Board" in song lyrics
See how board is used in real songs:
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"Islord had the sword, swung it on the parole board"
9th Prince — Camouflage Children -
"Saw a grey mouse rabied poured on a board"
Aesop Rock — Mars Attacks -
"and head a platoon of embryonic remnants to the game board"
Aesop Rock — Fascination
Words that rhyme with board
Usage tips for "board"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "board" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for board to find words that pair well.