boarder

English

/ˈbɔədə/, /ˈbɔːdə/, /ˈbɔɹdɚ/, /ˈbo(ː)ɹdɚ/, /ˈboədə/

noun
Definitions
  • A pupil who lives at school during term time.
  • Someone who pays for meals and lodging in a house rather than a hotel.
  • One who boards a vehicle.
  • (nautical) A sailor attacking an enemy ship by boarding her, or one repelling such attempts by an enemy.
  • Someone who takes part in a boardsport, such as surfing or snowboarding.

Etymology

Suffix from English board (plank).

Origin

English

board

Gloss

plank

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