Whiteboard

usgb/ˈwaɪtˌbɔrd/
noun

A smooth, glossy surface typically used for writing or drawing with markers, common in classrooms and offices.

The teacher wrote the lesson on the whiteboard for all the students to see.
Visual representation of "whiteboard" - A smooth, glossy surface typically used for writing or drawing with markers, common in classrooms and offices.

Often appears as...

  • write on a whiteboard
  • erase a whiteboard

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Use in classrooms

Whiteboards are frequently found in educational settings.

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The students used the whiteboard to collaborate on their group project.
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Versatile for presentations

In meetings, whiteboards are effective for brainstorming and presenting ideas.

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The manager used the whiteboard to outline the project goals.
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Clean and efficient

Compared to chalkboards, whiteboards create less mess.

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They opted for a whiteboard over a chalkboard to keep the room tidy.
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