"board" as noun
1 - A relatively long, wide and thin piece of any material, usually wood or similar, often for use in construction or furniture-making.
2 - A device (e.g., switchboard) containing electrical switches and other controls and designed to control lights, sound, telephone connections, etc.
3 - A flat surface with markings for playing a board game.
"board" as verb
1 - To step or climb onto or otherwise enter a ship, aircraft, train or other conveyance.
2 - To provide someone with meals and lodging, usually in exchange for money.
3 - To receive meals and lodging in exchange for money.
