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Rareboarder
The correct spelling is boarder.
How to pronounce boarder
noun
IPA: /ˈbɔədə/
Say it like: Boa-rde-r
The correct spelling is boarder. A pupil who lives at school during term time. For example: "The student body consisted primarily of boarders, except for a few children belonging to the school staff."
Usage Examples
“The student body consisted primarily of boarders, except for a few children belonging to the school staff.”
“When I left for college, my parents took on a boarder in my old room to help defray expenses.”
“The captain shouted at the crew to grab arms and repel boarders.”
Definition
noun
- 1.A pupil who lives at school during term time.
- 2.Someone who pays for meals and lodging in a house rather than a hotel.
- 3.One who boards a vehicle.
- 4.A sailor attacking an enemy ship by boarding her, or one repelling such attempts by an enemy.
- 5.Someone who takes part in a boardsport, such as surfing or snowboarding.
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