baseboard

noun

base·​board ˈbās-ˌbȯrd 

: a board situated at or forming the base of something

specifically : a molding covering the joint of a wall and the adjoining floor

Examples of baseboard in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The dark baseboards and window frames seem to be original to the building. — Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 11 Sep. 2026

Wipe down shelves, counters, floors, and baseboards with a mixture of equal parts vinegar and water to eliminate food smells that attract mice and get rid of scent trails. — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 31 Aug. 2026

This alone made a great first impression—the thought of cleaning my hardwood floors, couch, baseboards, and rugs without swapping devices thrilled me as someone who was previously using multiple vacuums to accomplish the same tasks. — Katherine McLaughlin, Architectural Digest, 20 Aug. 2026

This includes doors and windows, as well as any remaining visible cracks in your siding, baseboards, and such. — Kate Van Pelt, The Spruce, 19 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1598, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for baseboard

• checkerboard
• clavichord
• fiberboard
• fibreboard
• fingerboard
• harpsichord
• motherboard
• notochord
• overboard
• overlord
• paperboard
• plasterboard

Kids Definition

baseboard

noun

base·​board -ˌbōrd 

-ˌbȯrd

: a board placed at or forming the base of something

especially : a molding covering the crack between a wall and floor