CEFR B2

wallboard

noun

Meaning

A large, thin panel of gypsum plaster pressed between two thick sheets of paper, used for covering walls and ceilings.

Examples

The contractor recommended using moisture-resistant wallboard in the bathroom.
After the framing was complete, the crew began hanging the wallboard.

Synonyms: drywall, plasterboard, gypsum board, wall panel

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wallboard (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈwɔːlˌbɔːrd/

Definition

A large, thin panel of gypsum plaster pressed between two thick sheets of paper, used for covering walls and ceilings.

Examples

The contractor recommended using moisture-resistant wallboard in the bathroom.
After the framing was complete, the crew began hanging the wallboard.
You can easily cut wallboard with a utility knife.

How to Use wallboard

wallboard screw (collocation): A screw specifically designed for fastening wallboard to studs. — "Use the correct type of wallboard screw to avoid damaging the panel."
wallboard joint (collocation): The seam where two pieces of wallboard meet. — "Taping and mudding the wallboard joint is crucial for a seamless look."

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