Meaning of the word footboard in English
What does footboard mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
footboard
US /ˈfʊt.bɔːrd/
UK /ˈfʊt.bɔːrd/
Noun
1.
a vertical board at the foot of a bed
Example:
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The antique bed had an intricately carved footboard.
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She bumped her shin on the wooden footboard.
2.
a step on a vehicle, especially a train or old car, used for getting in or out
Example:
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The conductor stood on the footboard of the train.
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Old cars often had wide footboards along the sides.
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