board

ot noun

1. A flat surface with markings for playing a board game. Each player starts the game with four counters on the board.
2. A committee that manages the business of an organization, e.g., a board of directors. We have to wait to hear back from the board.
3. Regular meals or the amount paid for them in a place of lodging. Room and board
4. Paper made thick and stiff like a board, for book covers, etc.; pasteboard. to bind a book in boards

fe’l verb

1. To step or climb onto or otherwise enter a ship, aircraft, train or other conveyance. It is time to board the aircraft.
2. To provide someone with meals and lodging, usually in exchange for money. to board one's horse at a livery stable
3. To cover with boards or boarding. to board a house
4. To receive meals and lodging in exchange for money.