boards

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Etymology 1

See the etymology of the corresponding lemma form.

Noun

boards

  1. plural of board

Noun

boards pl (plural only)

  1. (informal, with "the") A stage (as in a theater).
  2. Structure around a rink for ice hockey.
  3. (publishing, informal) A hardcover binding on a book.
    His new novel just came out in boards. The paperback will follow in about a year.
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Etymology 2

From College Board tests.

Noun

boards pl (plural only)

  1. Examinations given for entry to college or to qualify for a profession.
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Verb

boards

  1. third-person singular simple present indicative of board

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