cutting board

noun

plural cutting boards
: a board on which something (such as food or cloth) is placed for cutting

Examples of cutting board in a Sentence

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Transfer onions and garlic to a cutting board and squeeze cloves out of their skins. Hana Asbrink, Bon Appetit Magazine, 21 Apr. 2026 Place a clean orange on a cutting board. Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Apr. 2026 The home plate cutting boards, crafted from maple with walnut accents, add a standout touch to any kitchen or grill setup. Tory Johnson, ABC News, 18 Apr. 2026 Unfortunately, these microplastics are largely present in a vast variety of our daily items, including food packaging, cutting boards, and cooking utensils. Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 18 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for cutting board

Word History

First Known Use

1639, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of cutting board was in 1639

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“Cutting board.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.grautoblog.com/dictionary/cutting%20board. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.

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cutting board

noun
: a board on which something (as cloth or food) is placed for cutting
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