Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tailboard
noun
/ˈteɪl.bɔːrd/
Definition
A tailboard is a panel or a door that can be opened and closed, typically found at the rear of a vehicle or a trailer, which allows for easy access to the cargo area.
Examples
- The truck’s tailboard was lowered to make it easier to load the furniture.
- She slid the tailboard open to retrieve her bags from the back of the van.
- During the picnic, they used the tailboard as a makeshift table for their food.
Meaning
The tailboard serves the purpose of either securing the load or providing access when loading and unloading goods.
Synonyms
- tailgate
- rear door
- back panel
