chalkboard
1 of 1noun/ˈtʃɔkbɔrd/
Forms:chalkboards
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a smooth, typically dark-colored surface, usually made of slate or a similar material, used for writing or drawing with chalk
A chalkboard is a flat surface, usually black or dark green, designed for writing or drawing with chalk. It is often used in classrooms and other learning or presentation spaces to display information or ideas to a group. The surface allows chalk to stick and can be wiped clean with a cloth or eraser, making it reusable. Chalkboards are typically mounted on walls or supported by stands, making them visible from a distance and convenient for teaching or communication purposes.
- The teacher wrote the math problem on the chalkboard for the class to solve.
- She erased the notes from yesterday's lecture off the chalkboard before starting today's lesson.
- The restaurant menu was written on a large chalkboard behind the counter.
- The students eagerly gathered around the chalkboard to see the teacher's diagrams.
- He used chalkboard paint to turn a wall in his kitchen into a makeshift message board.
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