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

Its FlexiArm side brush and mop extend right along baseboards and chair legs, leaving fewer dusty corners behind. — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 29 Sep. 2026

It’s unscented, easy to use, and works wonders on a variety of surfaces, including baseboards, tile, and grout. — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Sep. 2026

While these sponges are perfect for areas like baseboards, walls, and countertops, modern TV screens are not made with the same give. — Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 22 Sep. 2026

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