Definition

A board made of cork that is used for posting notes, messages, or pictures with pins or tacks.

Example

She pinned her schedule to the corkboard in her office.

Conversation

Have you seen my notes? I need to pin them on the corkboard in my room.

I think I saw them on your desk earlier.

Great! I want to organize everything on the corkboard this weekend.

That sounds like a good plan; it will help you stay focused.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Corkboard is formed from "cork" (from Old French *cork*, meaning the outer bark of the cork oak tree) and "board" (from Old English *bord*, meaning a flat piece of wood). The word refers to a board made from cork material, used for pinning notes or messages.

Memory Tip

Think of the outer bark of a tree ('cork') being used as a flat surface ('board') to hold notes or reminders.

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