Meaning of the word headboard in English

What does headboard mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

headboard

US /ˈhed.bɔːrd/
UK /ˈhed.bɔːd/

Noun

a panel forming the head of a bed

Example:
The bed had a beautiful wooden headboard.
She leaned against the soft, padded headboard to read.