Meaning of the word cardboard in English
What does cardboard mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
cardboard
US /ˈkɑːrd.bɔːrd/
UK /ˈkɑːrd.bɔːrd/
Noun
1.
a stiff material made from paper pulp, typically used for making boxes and other containers
Example:
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The moving boxes were made of thick cardboard.
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She cut a piece of cardboard to use as a base for her model.
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Adjective
1.
lacking depth or substance; flimsy or unconvincing
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The characters in the movie were so cardboard, I couldn't connect with them.
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His excuse for being late was rather cardboard.
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