ˈbōrdər, ˈbȯr-, ˈbōədə, ˈbȯ(ə)də noun
( -s )
1. : one that boards:
a. : one (as a man) that is provided with regular meals or regular meals and lodging : one (as a horse) that is provided with food and shelter
b. : one that boards or is sent to board a ship (as an enemy ship)
c. : grainer 1d
2. : one that boards knitted garments (as hosiery)
3. : a cow or chicken that does not produce enough to pay for its keep ; also : an animal (as a dog) that is not worth its keep