Baseboard

//ˈbeɪsˌbɔɹd// noun

noun ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A panel or molding between the floor and the interior wall of a structure. US
  2. 2
    a molding covering the joint formed by a wall and the floor wordnet
  3. 3
    A similar panel at the base of a piece of furniture or equipment. US

Synonyms

All synonyms
skirting boardbasebase moldingbasementchassisdado

Etymology

From base + board.

Related phrases

baseboard heating

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