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How to pronounce board
Say it like this: /boːd/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does board mean?
nounA relatively long, wide and thin piece of any material, usually wood or similar, often for use in construction or furniture-making.
A device (e.g., switchboard) containing electrical switches and other controls and designed to control lights, sound, telephone connections, etc.
A flat surface with markings for playing a board game.
“Each player starts the game with four counters on the board.”
verbTo step or climb onto or otherwise enter a ship, aircraft, train or other conveyance.
“It is time to board the aircraft.”
To provide someone with meals and lodging, usually in exchange for money.
“to board one’s horse at a livery stable”
To receive meals and lodging in exchange for money.
“We are several of us, gentlemen and ladies, who board in the same house,”
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