Board out

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phrasal verb

To arrange for someone to stay somewhere and get meals in return for payment.

They decided to board out their spare room to make some extra money.
Visual representation of "board out" - To arrange for someone to stay somewhere and get meals in return for payment

Often appears as...

  • board out a room
  • board out a house
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Casual Context

Used in informal discussions about living arrangements or real estate.

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My aunt is boarding out her flat while she travels this year.
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Not Just Rooms

Can refer to renting out any living space, not limited to a single room.

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The couple plans to board out their entire house during the festival.
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Income Implication

The phrase implies earning extra income from unused living space.

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Since the kids moved out, we're considering to board out their rooms.
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