weatherboard

English

noun
Definitions
  • (nautical) The windward side of a vessel.
  • (nautical) A plank placed over an opening to keep out driven water.
  • Any of a series of horizontal boards used to cover the exterior of a timber-framed building; clapboard.

Etymology

Compound from English weather (direction from which the wind blows) + English board (plank).

Origin

English

board

Gloss

plank

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