1. plural of chessboard; square boards divided into 64 alternating light and dark squares, used for playing chess

Examples

• The chess club ordered new chessboards for the tournament.
• Several chessboards were set up in the park for public use.
• The store sells wooden and plastic chessboards.
• Students practiced on electronic chessboards during computer class.
• The library has chessboards available for patrons to borrow.
• Magnetic chessboards are popular for travel games.