clapboard

/ˈklæp.bɔrd/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of wooden or plastic board, typically used to cover a building during construction or renovation, allowing for easy removal of old siding or for applying new siding.

“The carpenter used a clapboard to protect the window from debris during the renovation.”

Synonyms

  • boarding
  • siding

Antonyms

  • decorative panel
  • trim