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Definition of baseboard
: a board situated at or forming the base of something; specifically : a molding covering the joint of a wall and the adjoining floor
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Recent Examples of baseboard from the Web
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The baseboard, molding and wainscoting mega cleaning of 2017?
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In the latest inspection on Thursday, the Kansas City Health Department reported its inspector observed live baby roaches behind a fry freezer, on the side of a drink cooler and by a restroom wall baseboard in its basement.
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Dawn Breeze [on videotape in the apartment]: In about this position right here there was a concentration of blood on the baseboard and the wall.
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Tearing out builder-grade baseboards and installing 4 1/4-inch trim costs about $700 for a single room.
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The custom cabinetry throughout, travertine floors and counters in baths, wrought iron fixtures, railings, recirculating electric water heater, six-inch baseboards, eight-foot doors and ten-foot ceilings all add impressive details.
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Dryer sheets, which contain antistatic agents, are great for removing tenacious grime like pet hair from baseboards and corners, says Toth.
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Instead of painting entire walls, says Proxmire, apply color to crown moldings, baseboards and window and door casings.
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Rooms featuring rustic reclaimed wood door frames, baseboards, and molding are popping up all over Pinterest.
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First Known Use of baseboard
1598
BASEBOARD Defined for English Language Learners
baseboard
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Definition of baseboard for English Language Learners
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: a narrow board along the bottom of a wall that covers the area where the wall meets the floor
BASEBOARD Defined for Kids
baseboard
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base·board
\ˈbās-ˌbȯrd\
Definition of baseboard for Students
: a line of thin boards running along the bottom of the walls of a room
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