Definition

A type of board made from compressed waste paper and glue, often used in furniture and construction.

Example

The shelves in the garage were made of chipboard, which is both affordable and lightweight.

Conversation

Have you ever worked with chipboard for your projects?

Yeah, I used it to make some furniture a while back.

That's cool! I heard it's really sturdy and eco-friendly.

Definitely, plus it's super easy to cut and shape.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Chipboard is formed from "chip" (from Old English "cipp", meaning a small piece or fragment) and "board" (from Old English "bord", meaning a flat piece of wood or material). The word "chipboard" refers to a board made from small pieces or fragments of wood glued together.

Memory Tip

Think of small pieces or fragments ('chip') being combined into a flat piece ('board') — that's what chipboard is.

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