Chessboard
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Chessboard is a noun meaning (topology) A mathematical construction based on this pattern of squares.
Meaning
(topology) A mathematical construction based on this pattern of squares.
More Meanings
- (chess) The square board used in the game of chess, subdivided into eight rows of eight squares each, the squares in each row and column being of alternating colours.
Example Sentences
If a piece moves to a square occupied by an opponent’s piece the latter is captured and removed from the chessboard as part of the same move.
Word Forms
- chessboards
- chess board
Synonyms for chessboard
Depending on context, synonyms include checkerboard.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include checkerboard, chess, arena, dashboard, scene, game.
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