Pronunciation

/ˈɛməri bɔːrd/ 🔊

Part of Speech

Noun

Definition

An emery board is a small, typically rectangular board used for filing and smoothing fingernails and toenails.

Synonyms

Nail file, nail buffer

Antonyms

N/A

Examples

1. “She always carries an emery board in her purse for quick nail touch-ups.”

2. “The emery board helped to smooth out rough edges on her fingernails.”

Additional Information

Emery boards are commonly made of cardboard with a fine abrasive surface on one or both sides, and they are inexpensive and portable tools for nail care.