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checkerboard

/ˈtʃɛkərbɔːrd/ noun · British & US
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What does checkerboard mean?

noun

A board with squares of alternating colors, typically black and white, used for playing games such as chess or checkers. A pattern of squares or other shapes in alternating colors.

Example

"The checkerboard design on the tablecloth added a touch of elegance to the dining room."

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