Word: clapperboard
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: cla
pper
board
Definition: A device used in film production, having hinged boards that are brought together with a clap, used to synchronize picture and sound at the start of each take of a motion picture or other video production.
Morphemes:
Affix: clap
Language: en
PoS: Verb
Meaning: To bring two surfaces together forcefully, creating a sharp sound.
Affix: -er
Language: en
Meaning: agent noun
Etymology Compounds: Affix: -ārius
Language: la
Decoded: -arius
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: -er; Used to form nouns denoting an agent of use, such as a dealer or artisan, from other nouns.
Affix: board
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: A device (e.g., switchboard) containing electrical switches and other controls and designed to control lights, sound, telephone connections, etc.