board

US /bɔːrd/
UK /bɔːrd/
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1.

a long, thin, flat piece of wood or other hard material, used for floors, walls, etc.

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He nailed the loose board back into place.
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The floorboards creaked as she walked across the room.
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2.

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

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The company's board of directors met to discuss the new policy.
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She was appointed to the board last month.
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3.

a flat piece of material, usually wood, used for a specific purpose, such as a cutting board or a chessboard

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She chopped vegetables on the wooden board.
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They played a game of chess on the checkered board.
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1.

to get on or into a ship, aircraft, or other vehicle

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Passengers are now invited to board the aircraft.
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We need to board the train in five minutes.
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2.

to provide someone with meals and a place to live in exchange for payment

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She agreed to board the student for the academic year.
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The hotel offers room and board for guests.
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