backboard

back-board · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    The vertical board behind a basketball hoop against which the ball may be bounced to score.

  2. 2.

    A flat, rigid board placed under a mattress for extra support.

  3. 3.

    A board used to immobilize a patient with a suspected spinal injury.

Forms

plural: backboards

Related words

See also: basketball, hoop, rim
Synonyms: board

Etymology

From English compound of back + board, referring to a board positioned at the back.