footboard

/ˈfʊtˌbɔrd/
noun
  1. A board or panel at the foot of a bed, often used for decoration or to keep bedding in place.
    • She bumped her toes against the wooden footboard of the antique bed.
    • The bed frame came with a tall footboard that matched the headboard.
    • He leaned the extra pillows against the footboard to make more room.
  2. A board or platform for a person's feet, such as on a scooter, skateboard, or in a vehicle.
    • The child stood on the footboard of the scooter and pushed off with one foot.
    • The old truck had a metal footboard that passengers used to climb inside.
    • He rested his feet on the footboard of the desk while reading.
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