chalkboard

noun

chalk·​board ˈchȯk-ˌbȯrd How to pronounce chalkboard (audio)

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Include a calendar, dry-erase or chalkboard for notes, a mail sorter, and hooks. Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Jan. 2025 The courtyard has been spruced up to include family-friendly features such as a large sandbox full of toys and a chalkboard. Matthew Odam, Austin American-Statesman, 5 July 2024 Striped awnings, bicycles leaned against shopfronts, chalkboards promising cream teas or tarot readings or dog treats. Lizz Schumer, Peoplemag, 21 June 2024 There is no need to call Will Hunting to solve the graph theory on the chalkboard. Troy Renck, The Denver Post, 28 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for chalkboard 

Word History

First Known Use

1816, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of chalkboard was in 1816

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“Chalkboard.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chalkboard. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.

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chalkboard

noun
chalk·​board ˈchȯk-ˌbō(ə)rd How to pronounce chalkboard (audio)
-ˌbȯ(ə)rd
: a dark smooth surface (as of slate) used for writing or drawing on with chalk

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