noun
boilerplate
Boilerplate (noun) means a sheet of copper or steel used in the construction of a boiler.
noun
1
A sheet of copper or steel used in the construction of a boiler.
2
The rating plate or nameplate required to be affixed to a boiler by the Boiler Explosions Act (1882).
3
A plate attached to industrial machinery, identifying information such as manufacturer, model number, serial number, and power requirements.
4
Syndicated material.
Study it as flashcards or scroll it in Flow — saved to your collection.
Test yourself on “boilerplate”
A quick quiz — meaning, synonyms & usage
→
Etymology
From boiler + plate. First use appears c. 1793 in the periodical Star.
Rhymes for boilerplate
See all rhymes for boilerplate →Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of boilerplate?
"boilerplate" (noun) means a sheet of copper or steel used in the construction of a boiler.
What are the different meanings of boilerplate?
"boilerplate" has 3 main meanings: 1. A sheet of copper or steel used in the construction of a boiler; 2. The rating plate or nameplate required to be affixed to a boiler by the Boiler Explosions Act (1882); 3. A plate attached to industrial machinery, identifying information such as manufacturer, model number, serial number, and power requirements.