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scoreboard

n. countable
A2 Elementary US //ˈskɔɹˌbɔɹd// UK //skˈɔːbɔːd// score·board

n. a large board that shows the score of a game or match.

n. a large board for displaying the score of a contest, typically found in a stadium or arena.


SIMPLE

The fans looked at the scoreboard to see how much time remained.

CONTEXTUAL

After the final whistle blew, the scoreboard showed a surprising victory for the visiting team.

COMPLEX

Modern digital scoreboards do more than track points; they display player statistics, instant replays, and advertisements to keep the crowd engaged throughout the match.

Origin

From score + board.

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