Definition of "Board" :

noun: a flat piece of material designed for a special purpose

"He nailed boards across the windows."

noun: a flat portable surface (usually rectangular) designed for board games

"He got out the board and set up the pieces."

noun: a printed circuit that can be inserted into expansion slots in a computer to increase the computer's capabilities

noun: electrical device consisting of a flat insulated surface that contains switches and dials and meters for controlling other electrical devices

"Suddenly the board lit up like a Christmas tree."

noun: a table at which meals are served

"A feast was spread upon the board."

noun: a vertical surface on which information can be displayed to public view

noun: food or meals in general

"Room and board."

noun: a committee having supervisory powers

"The board has seven members."

noun: a stout length of sawn timber; made in a wide variety of sizes and used for many purposes

verb: provide food and lodging (for)

"The old lady is boarding three men."

verb: lodge and take meals (at)

verb: get on board of (trains, buses, ships, aircraft, etc.)

verb: live and take one's meals at or in

"She rooms in an old boarding house."