Definition of "fretboard" [fretboard]

• A fingerboard that is fitted with frets. (noun)

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• "Most likely because the fretboard is a lot bigger on a b@njo."
• "The fretboard is a multi-touch pad that can be used to create different sounds-there are no actual strings."
• "This could be anywhere on the fretboard, meaning that you will be playing in different areas."