Dashboard

Pronunciation

• UK IPA: /ˈdæʃˌbɔː(ɹ)d/

Origin

From dash("to sprinkle; to splatter") + board for meaning 1. Possibly expanded meaning later.

Full definition of dashboard

Noun

1. An upturned screen of wood or leather placed on the front of a horse-drawn carriage, sleigh or other vehicle that protected the driver from mud, debris, water and snow thrown up by the horse's hooves.
2. A panel under the windscreen of a motor car or aircraft, containing indicator dials, compartments, and sometimes controls.
3. (computing, video games) A graphical user interface in the form of or resembling a motor car dashboard.

Derived terms

• dash

Verb

1. To organize in a dashboard format.Dashboarding your work can enhance productivity.