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mortarboard

PRIMARY MEANINGS OF: mortarboard

1
n
a square board with a handle underneath; used by masons to hold or carry mortar
2
n
an academic cap with a flat square with a tassel on top
FULL DEFINITIONS OF: mortarboard
1

n a square board with a handle underneath; used by masons to hold or carry mortar

Synonyms:
hawk
Type of:
board
a flat piece of material designed for a special purpose
2

n an academic cap with a flat square with a tassel on top

Type of:
cap
a tight-fitting headdress
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