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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With their eco-friendly design that’s free from toxic glues, dyes, and microplastics, shoppers love that these cutting boards are food-safe and durable enough to last for years. Caley Sturgill, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Apr. 2026 Pancakes, avocado toast or your mom’s favorite breakfast food paired with fresh fruit on a small tray or cutting board can set a wonderful tone for the day. Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 23 Apr. 2026 Then wipe the cutting board with a clean, dry towel until no moisture remains. Rae Ford, Martha Stewart, 22 Apr. 2026 Transfer onions and garlic to a cutting board and squeeze cloves out of their skins. Hana Asbrink, Bon Appetit Magazine, 21 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.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cutting%20board. Accessed 2 May. 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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