Definition

A type of board made from small pieces of wood that are glued together under pressure to create a solid sheet material.

Example

The furniture was made from particleboard, which is both affordable and lightweight.

Conversation

Have you ever used particleboard for your projects?

Yeah, I used it to build a small shelf last month.

I heard it's really affordable and easy to work with.

It is! Just make sure to seal the edges to avoid water damage.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Particleboard → It is formed from "particle" (from Latin "particula", meaning a small part or piece) and "board" (from Old English "bord", meaning a flat piece of wood). The word "particleboard" refers to a board made from small pieces or particles of wood bonded together.

Memory Tip

Think of 'small parts' ('particle') being combined to create a 'flat piece' ('board') — that's what particleboard is.

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