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The art, work or actions of an actor
A level area surrounded by seating, in which sports, entertainments, and other public events are held
A wooden floor
Timber sawn into rough planks or otherwise partly prepared
A barrier, railing, or other upright structure enclosing an area
A thick protective outer part or page of a book or magazine
A raised floor or stage, especially used by public speakers or performers
Plural for a long, thin, flat piece of wood or other hard material
“Then, there's a backing, a wooden board over the back that holds and protects the back of the canvas.”
Plural for regular meals, or the provision of meals at a place where one stays
“It had been a residential hotel where old ladies paid 17 guineas a week for board and lodging, and Jean had been in the habit of lunching there.”
Plural for a group of people constituted as the decision-making body of an organization
“At the same meeting, a new board of directors and a monitoring council are expected to be approved.”
Plural for a collection of people, countries, or groups that combine for mutual protection or cooperation
“The university has established a board for the purpose of pursuing scientific investigations with reference to the acute infectious diseases on the island.”
Plural for a large flat surface that can be written upon with chalk and subsequently erased
“First, I write on the board, in large letters, the question of the day for the class.”
To enter, climb onto, or step into a vehicle or vessel
“After Wallace and Tuco board the train, the harmonica version of this cue is heard again and the train departs the station.”
To provide housing or accommodation for
“The employer planned to board his workers in a dormitory annexed to his business.”
To receive lodging or accommodation
“From September, she will board at the White Lodge in Richmond Park London, the Royal Ballet's accommodation.”
To provide with food or meals
“Plew contracted to board the paupers that might be sent to the farm at the rate of two dollars and twenty-five cents per week.”
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