boarder

Etymology

Definitions

1. 1

   A pupil who lives at school during term time.

   • The student body consisted primarily of boarders, except for a few children belonging to the school staff.
2. 2

   Someone who pays for meals and lodging in a house rather than a hotel.

   • When I left for college, my parents took on a boarder in my old room to help defray expenses.
3. 3

   One who boards a vehicle.

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   1. 4

      A sailor attacking an enemy ship by boarding her, or one repelling such attempts by an…

      A sailor attacking an enemy ship by boarding her, or one repelling such attempts by an enemy.

      • The captain shouted at the crew to grab arms and repel boarders.
      • Sensors show inbound Covenant boarding craft. Stand by to repel boarders.
   2. 5

      Someone who takes part in a boardsport, such as surfing or snowboarding.

      • A group of boarders swept past us as we climbed the side of the ski run.
   3. 6

      Misspelling of border.

The neighborhood

• neighborboarding house
• neighborboarding party
• neighborroom and board
• neighborrooming house
• neighborroommate