ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ noun
Etymology: 1 , dash (II) + board
1. : a screen of wood or leather placed on the forepart of a horse-drawn carriage, sleigh, or other vehicle to intercept water, mud, or snow thrown up by the heels of the horses
2. : a panel extending across an automobile or airplane below the windshield and usually containing dials, controls, and accessories — called also instrument board