whiteboard

American  

[hwahyt-bawrd, ‑-bohrd, wahyt‑] / ˈʰwaɪtˌbɔrd, ‑ˌboʊrd, ˈwaɪt‑ /

noun

1. a smooth, glossy sheet of white plastic that can be written on with a colored pen or marker in the manner of a blackboard.

2. Also called interactive whiteboard.  Computers. an interactive display screen that is connected to a computer and allows for viewing, input, and collaboration by multiple users.

   A whiteboard can enhance classroom instruction.

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whiteboard British  

/ ˈwaɪtˌbɔːd /

noun

1. a shiny white surface that can be wiped clean after being used for writing or drawing on, used esp in teaching

2. a large screen used to project computer images to a group of people

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Etymology

Origin of whiteboard

First recorded in 1980–85

Example Sentences

Whiteboard messages on the TfL network will also highlight the games and the upcoming launch of the London Overground Lioness line, which runs between Watford Junction and Euston.

From BBC • Nov. 15, 2024

It’s essentially the same tools you’d find in Microsoft’s Whiteboard app, but you don’t have to launch a separate experience or import content to start annotating.

From The Verge • Jul. 19, 2022

Whiteboard has been around for a while as an add-on to a meeting, but now it’s a separate product inside Zoom.

From The Verge • Apr. 20, 2022

Based on geometry, this gets children to solve symmetrical puzzles, with each app coming with a "Whiteboard version" for teachers, and printable materials online to back up its lessons.

From The Guardian • May 24, 2013

The Innovation Whiteboard Readers’ submissions of innovations in their lives.

From New York Times • Apr. 26, 2012