fiberboard

[ fahy-ber-bawrd, -bohrd ]

noun

1. a building material made of wood or other plant fibers compressed and cemented into rigid sheets.
2. a sheet of this.

Word History and Origins

Origin of fiberboard¹

First recorded in 1895–1900; fiber + board

Example Sentences

When searching for the best cheap office storage cabinets, you’ll find that plywood or fiberboard designs are more affordable than metal, which can contribute somewhat to the aesthetic quality of an office cabinet.

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