Matchboard (Noun)
Meaning
A board that has a groove cut into one edge and a tongue cut into the other so they fit tightly together (as in a floor).
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The carpenter carefully installed the matchboard flooring to create a seamless and sturdy surface.
- Matchboard panels were used to construct the walls of the old cabin, providing excellent insulation.
- The matchboard design allowed for easy installation and a smooth finish on the new hardwood floor.
- To achieve a rustic look, the contractor chose to use wide matchboard planks for the ceiling.
- The old matchboard floor creaked beneath their feet as they walked through the historic mansion.