backboard Definition
a flat vertical surface, usually made of wood or plastic, behind a basketball hoop that the ball bounces off when a player throws it towards the basket.
Using backboard: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "backboard" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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He hit the backboard with the ball.
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The ball bounced off the backboard and went in.
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She aimed for the backboard and missed the hoop.
backboard Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for backboard
- basketball board
- hoop board
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Summary: backboard in Brief
A 'backboard' [ˈbæk.bɔːd] is a flat vertical surface, typically made of wood or plastic, positioned behind a basketball hoop. It serves as a target for players to aim at and a surface for the ball to bounce off of when thrown towards the basket.
