Weatherboard (Noun)
Meaning 1
The side toward the wind.
Classification
Nouns denoting relations between people or things or ideas.
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Meaning 2
A long thin board with one edge thicker than the other; used as siding by lapping one board over the board below.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The old house was clad in weatherboard, which had been painted a soft blue to match the shutters.
- The carpenter carefully measured and cut the weatherboard to fit the irregular shape of the gable end.
- Weatherboard was a popular choice for exterior cladding in the 19th century, particularly in rural areas.
- The weatherboard on the north side of the house was worn and faded, but still provided a decent barrier against the elements.
- To repair the damaged weatherboard, the homeowner would need to remove the rotten sections and replace them with new boards.