floorboard

noun

floor·​board ˈflȯr-ˌbȯrd How to pronounce floorboard (audio)
1
: a board in a floor
2
: the floor of an automobile

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Mahogany floorboards, dark blue curtains, marble bathrooms, and big, big showers. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026 The cabin is equipped with a simple compact timber kitchen, timber floorboards, a space-saving desk that folds away, a hidden bed, full bathroom, open living space, and two large outdoor terraces. Bridget Borgobello may 31, New Atlas, 31 May 2026 Related media 1 photo Loose or uneven floorboards are often overlooked after winter, but addressing them early can help prevent safety hazards and more costly repairs. Angie Hicks, Boston Herald, 8 May 2026 White oak was used as a unifying element, with the wide-plank floorboards and kitchen cabinetry. Tori Latham, Robb Report, 8 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for floorboard

Word History

First Known Use

1881, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of floorboard was in 1881

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“Floorboard.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/floorboard. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.

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