whiteboard

[hwahyt-bawrd, ‑-bohrd, wahyt‑]

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.

whiteboard

/ 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

Word History and Origins

Origin of whiteboard¹

First recorded in 1980–85

Example Sentences

“He’d been waiting all summer to begin touring… He had whiteboard sessions for hours. Mock debates. He was just so excited.”

From Salon

Their senior leaders had already written out goals on a whiteboard.

From Salon

Indiana’s quarterbacks coach and co-offensive coordinator would put plays up on the whiteboard and have everyone in the room explain every detail of what was supposed to happen.

From Los Angeles Times

Underneath Salah's name on a whiteboard, one of the coaches has written "discipline, dedication and motivation".

From BBC

There’s a whiteboard with a set list behind the sofa, and they share some “mood board” phrases written for the creation of “Trash Classic.”

From Los Angeles Times