English · Family & People
board
/bɔːd/
[/bɔːd/]
directors, panel
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A board is a group of people who manage or direct a company or organization.
Example
The board voted unanimously to appoint a new chief executive after months of careful discussion.
The board voted unanimously to appoint a new chief executive after months of careful discussion.
Etymology
From Old English 'bord' (plank, table); a 'board' was the table around which directors met.
How & Where It’s Used
Used for governing bodies of companies, charities, and institutions.