particle board

American  

noun

1. any of various composition boards formed from small particles of wood, as flakes or shavings, tightly compressed and bonded together with a resin.

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particle board British  

noun

1. another name for chipboard

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Etymology

Origin of particle board

First recorded in 1955–60

Example Sentences

“On the con side, the box itself is made of particle board, so it’s not necessarily going to be as durable in the long run. And they don’t offer custom sizes.”

From Seattle Times

One home suffered damage when embers ignited a scrap of particle board leaning against the garage.

From Los Angeles Times

Alternatively, many items are made using what is known as a veneer, in which a thin piece of wood is typically glued over particle board.

From Seattle Times

It’s wise to invest in furniture made of hardwood rather than particle board, Roewer said.

From Seattle Times

Hardwood furniture: It’s wise to invest in furniture made of hardwood rather than particle board, Roewer said.

From Washington Post