Board
/bɔːd/
noun
A relatively long, wide and thin piece of any material, usually wood or similar, often for use in construction or furniture-making.
A device (e.g., switchboard) containing electrical switches and other controls and designed to control lights, sound, telephone connections, etc.
A flat surface with markings for playing a board game.
“Each player starts the game with four counters on the board.”
verb
To step or climb onto or otherwise enter a ship, aircraft, train or other conveyance.
“It is time to board the aircraft.”
To provide someone with meals and lodging, usually in exchange for money.
“to board one's horse at a livery stable”
To receive meals and lodging in exchange for money.