Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
boarded-up
adjective
/ˈbɔːrdəd ʌp/
Definition
Closed off or secured with boards.
Examples
- The abandoned house was boarded-up for safety reasons.
- After the storm, many shops were boarded-up to prevent further damage.
- The town decided to leave the boarded-up building for demolition.
Meaning
To cover windows or doors with wooden boards, usually to protect an empty building or property from vandalism or weather damage.
Synonyms
- Secured
- Shuttered
- Closed
- Fortified
