notice-board
Definition
Noun: - A notice-board is a board for displaying notices, announcements, or information, typically found in public places such as schools, offices, or community centres. It is a physical surface where messages, posters, or memos are pinned or attached for others to see.
Usage Examples
- (A board in a school for official announcements.)
- (A board in a workplace for internal communications.)
- (A board in a public building for general information.)
Advanced Usage
"notice-board" can be used metaphorically to refer to any central place where information is shared, though this is rare.
- The social media page serves as a digital notice-board for the group. (An online equivalent for posting announcements.)
"to put something on the notice-board": to make information publicly available.
- Please put the meeting agenda on the notice-board. (Display the information for everyone to see.)
Variants and Related Words
- Notice (n): a written or printed announcement or warning.
- He gave notice of his resignation. (A formal announcement.)
- Noticeable (adj): easily seen or observed.
- The change in policy was noticeable. (Clearly apparent.)
- Noticeably (adv): in a way that is easily seen or observed.
- She was noticeably upset. (Clearly showing emotion.)
Synonyms
- Bulletin board: a board for posting notices, especially in a public space.
- Message board: a board for leaving messages or announcements.
- Display board: a board for exhibiting information or advertisements.
Related Idioms
- "to take notice of": to pay attention to something.
- The manager took notice of the employee's hard work. (Acknowledged and paid attention to.)
- "to serve notice": to give a formal warning or announcement.
- The landlord served notice to the tenant about the rent increase. (Formally informed.)