Definition

A game where players slide disks on a smooth surface towards scoring areas, or the surface itself where this game is played.

Example

We played shuffleboard at the beach and had a great time competing against each other.

Conversation

Have you ever played shuffleboard before?

No, I haven't, but it sounds fun!

It's a great game; you should try it sometime.

Definitely! I love trying new games with friends.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Shuffleboard → It is formed from "shuffle" (from Middle English *shovelen*, meaning to push or move) and "board" (from Old English *bord*, meaning a flat surface or plank). The word "shuffleboard" refers to a game played on a flat surface where players push discs to score points.

Memory Tip

Think of 'shuffling' or 'pushing' something along a 'board' or flat surface — that's how you remember that shuffleboard is a game played by sliding discs on a board.

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