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