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Malibu board

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Mal·​i·​bu board | \ ˈmalə̇ˌbü-\

Definition of Malibu board

: a lightweight surfboard 9 to 10 feet long

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First Known Use of Malibu board

1962, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for Malibu board

from Malibu Beach, California

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