kneeboard

English

noun
Definitions
  • (surfing) A short (often less than 6'), broad (sometimes extremely broad) surfboard designed to be ridden in the surf in a kneeling position, and often having traction pads in the central area as an alternative to wax, to help the knees grip the deck.
  • (aviation) A clipboard carried in the lap of an airplane pilot, on which basic flight data is recorded.
  • (waterskiing) A short wakeboard designed to be ridden in the kneeling position.

Etymology

Compound from English knee + English board (plank).

Origin

English

board

Gloss

plank

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