Board
Noun, Verb
UK
/bɔːd/
US
/bɔːrd/
Definition
(n) : A flat piece of material; a surface for writing or playing games; a group of people who manage an organisation.
(v) : To get on a vehicle.
(v) : To get on a vehicle.
Example
"(n) : The carpenter cut the wooden board in half."
"(n) : The school board decided to add new subjects next year."
"(v) : Passengers will board the train at platform 3."
Explanation
A board can mean a flat, thin piece of material like wood or plastic, often used in building or making furniture. It can also mean a surface for playing games, writing, or displaying information (chalkboard, noticeboard). As a verb, it means to get onto a ship, bus, train, or plane. In some contexts, “the board” can refer to a group of people who manage an organization.