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boarder

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. 1.A pupil who lives at school during term time.
  2. 2.Someone who pays for meals and lodging in a house rather than a hotel.
  3. 3.One who boards a vehicle.
  4. 4.A sailor attacking an enemy ship by boarding her, or one repelling such attempts by an enemy.
  5. 5.Someone who takes part in a boardsport, such as surfing or snowboarding.

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