splashboard

• Sustantivo que designa una cubierta o panel protector, por ejemplo, una tabla ancha a lo largo de la borda o un deflector que resguarda a las personas de salpicaduras de agua o suciedad.

A noun referring to a protective covering, such as a broad plank along a gunwale or a panel, designed to shield people from splashing water or mud.

1. Protective plank on a boatC1formal

   A broad plank along the gunwale of a boat designed to prevent water from splashing over the side.

   tablón protector contra salpicaduras

   • The sailor installed a new splashboard to keep the deck dry.
   • During the storm, the splashboard prevented waves from flooding the boat.
   • The old wooden splashboard was replaced with a modern composite one.

   Sinónimosdashboardwashboard

2. Protective panel against splashesC1formal

   A panel or shield used to protect people from splashing water, mud, or other debris.

   Salpicadera

   • The car's splashboard kept mud from spraying onto the windshield.
   • A splashboard was installed behind the sink to protect the wall from water damage.
   • The construction workers added a splashboard to shield pedestrians from debris.

   Sinónimosdashboardfendermudguardsplash guardsplasher