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backboard

back·board [ bák bàwrd ] (plural back·boards)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. board behind basket: in basketball, the vertical board situated behind the basket that serves to rebound the ball into the basket or onto the court

2. board used to support injured back: a board that is used to support the back after injury or as aid to recovery after surgery

3. board forming back of something: a board that forms the back of something such as a cart or boat

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