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Fallboard (Noun)

Meaning

The hinged protective covering that protects the keyboard of a piano when it is not being played.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Examples

  • The piano's fallboard was opened to reveal the keys of the keyboard.
  • After a long night of practice, the pianist gently closed the fallboard to protect the instrument.
  • The beautiful polished wood of the fallboard was scratched by a careless mover.
  • To tune the piano, the technician first lifted the fallboard to access the keys.
  • The piano teacher reminded her students to keep their fingers off the fallboard, as the oils from their skin could damage the finish.

Synonyms

  • Fall-board

Hypernyms

  • Protective Cover
  • Protection
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