English Explanatory Dictionary

chalkboard

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A slate or enamel board for writing on with chalk; a predecessor to a whiteboard.
verb
  1. To write or draw on a chalkboard.

Pronunciation

/ˈt͡ʃɔːk.bɔː(ɹ)d/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-chalkboard.wav /ˈt͡ʃɔk.bɔː(ɹ)d/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Wodencafe-chalkboard.wav

Word forms

chalkboard chalkboards chalkboarding chalkboarded

Etymology

From chalk + board.

Synonyms

blackboard

Related words

whiteboard

Derived words

like fingernails on a chalkboard nails on a chalkboard
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