Definition

A flat, dark surface used in classrooms where teachers write with chalk.

Example

The teacher wrote the math problems on the blackboard for the students to see.

Conversation

Do you remember how we used to write all our notes on the blackboard?

Yeah, those were the days! It was so fun to scribble down ideas together.

I miss that old blackboard in our classroom.

Me too! It really felt like we were creating something special.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Blackboard → The word is formed from "black" (from Old English "blæc", meaning dark or without light) and "board" (from Old English "bord", meaning a flat piece of wood or other material). A blackboard is a flat surface that is dark in color, typically used for writing on with chalk.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'dark' surface ('black') that is a 'flat piece' ('board') used for writing. This helps you remember that a blackboard is a dark writing surface.

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