Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
board-up
verb
/bɔrd ʌp/
Definition
To cover windows and doors with wooden boards as a precautionary measure, typically to protect against damage during storms or other emergencies.
Examples
- They decided to board-up the windows before the hurricane hit.
- The old store was boarded-up after years of abandonment.
- Residents rushed to board-up their homes as the storm approached.
Meaning
The act of securing a building by placing boards over its openings, usually done to prevent break-ins or protect it from severe weather.
Synonyms
- secure
- shutter
- fortify
