scoreboard

noun

score·​board ˈskȯr-ˌbȯrd How to pronounce scoreboard (audio)
: a large board for displaying the score of a game or match

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The freshman threw a six-inning complete-game shutout as Alameda beat Willow Glen 1-0, scattering six hits while keeping the Rams off the scoreboard. Christian Babcock, Mercury News, 13 Apr. 2026 In Beast, every punch thrown carries consequences beyond the scoreboard. Sean Sennett, HollywoodReporter, 13 Apr. 2026 Minutes later, Hopkins got on the scoreboard after a pass from Lo LaBonta in the box. Daniel Sperry, Kansas City Star, 13 Apr. 2026 The Fleet was held off the scoreboard on two power play attempts in the opening frame before tensions continued to mount in the second frame to the enjoyment of an energetic crowd. Jason Cooke, Boston Herald, 12 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for scoreboard

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First Known Use

1826, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of scoreboard was in 1826

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“Scoreboard.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/scoreboard. Accessed 17 Apr. 2026.

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scoreboard

noun
score·​board ˈskō(ə)r-ˌbō(ə)rd How to pronounce scoreboard (audio)
ˈskȯ(ə)r-ˌbȯ(ə)rd
: a large board for displaying the score of a game or match
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