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kneeboard

noun · verb · 4 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A short (often less than 6'), broad (sometimes extremely broad) surfboard designed to be ridden in the surf in a kneeling position, and often having traction pads in the central area as an alternative to wax, to help the knees grip the deck.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: hobbies, lifestyle, sports, surfing

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noun

Meaning 2

A clipboard carried in the lap of an airplane pilot, on which basic flight data is recorded.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: aeronautics, aerospace, aviation, business, engineering, natural-sciences, physical-sciences

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noun

Meaning 3

A short wakeboard designed to be ridden in the kneeling position.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Qualifier: waterskiing

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verb

Meaning 4

to surf or water-ski using a kneeboard

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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History

Etymology

From knee + board.