checker board
Noun: A game board consisting of 64 squares arranged in an 8x8 grid, with squares of two alternating colors, typically black and red or black and white. It is the surface used for playing checkers (draughts) and chess.
The term "checker board" refers specifically to the patterned board itself. It is a compound noun where "checker" modifies "board" to describe its distinctive alternating square pattern.
Examples: * He set up the pieces on the checker board. * The classic checker board has 32 dark and 32 light squares. * She bought a new checker board made of polished wood.
- The checker board pattern is a common design motif in fashion and interior design, often called a checkerboard pattern.
- In computing, a checker board test pattern is used to calibrate displays.
- Checkerboard (noun): The single-word spelling is a common variant with identical meaning.
- Chessboard (noun): A board of identical 8x8 construction, specifically for playing chess. The terms are often used interchangeably, though "chessboard" is more precise for chess.
- Game board (noun): The general category to which a checker board belongs.
- Draughts board (primarily British English)
The primary meaning is the physical game board. The defining characteristic is the 8x8 grid of alternating colors, not the specific game played upon it. While designed for checkers, it is also the standard board for chess.
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a board having 64 squares of two alternating colors
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