footboard

• Ein schmales Brett oder eine Plattform zum Stehen oder Abstützen der Füße, oder ein vertikales Brett am Fußende eines Bettes.

A noun referring to a narrow platform for standing or bracing the feet, or a vertical board at the foot of a bedstead.

1. Platform for feetB1formal

   A narrow platform or board on which to stand or brace the feet, often used in vehicles or for support.

   Trittbrett

   • He stepped onto the footboard of the train.
   • The footboard on the truck was worn from use.
   • She placed her feet on the footboard for stability.

   Synonymefootplatefootrestrunning boardsteptread

2. Bed partB1formal

   A vertical board or panel that forms the foot end of a bedstead.

   Fußteil des Bettes

   • The footboard of the antique bed was intricately carved.
   • She bumped her shin against the footboard in the dark.
   • The bed came with a matching headboard and footboard.