pressboard

/ˈpresbɔrd/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of furniture made from compressed and glued wood fibers, often used as a cheap alternative to solid wood.

“The kitchen table was made from a sturdy pressboard, which added to its durability.”

2. noun

A thin, smooth board made of compressed and glued wood fibers, used as a backing or base for various materials.

“The artist used a pressboard as the base for her mixed-media art piece.”

3. noun

A type of wood-based material used for various purposes such as furniture making, crafting, and DIY projects.

“The craft store sold various types of pressboard, including pre-cut shapes and raw sheets.”

Synonyms

  • MDF
  • chipboard

Antonyms

  • solid board
  • solid wood