board
The origin and history of board.
Etymology
From Old English bord, meaning both "plank" and "table." Senses like "meals" and "committee" developed by association with sitting around a table.
The origin and history of board.
From Old English bord, meaning both "plank" and "table." Senses like "meals" and "committee" developed by association with sitting around a table.
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