Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

chalkboard

noun
ˈtʃɔːkˌbɔːrːd
Definition
A smooth, dark board made for writing on with chalk.
Examples
  • The teacher wrote the lesson on the chalkboard for all the students to see.
  • During the art class, the instructor demonstrated techniques on a large chalkboard.
  • The chalkboard was filled with equations and diagrams from the lecture.
Meaning
A chalkboard is often used in classrooms or educational settings for teaching and displaying information.
Synonyms
  • blackboard
  • writing board
  • whiteboard (when comparing surfaces)