hoverboard UK /ˈhɒvəbɔɹd/US /ˈhʌvɚbɔɹd/noun 2verb 1forms 3 noun2 •A levitating board that can be ridden in the manner of a surfboard or skateboard. •A small self-balancing two-wheeled motorised vehicle, related to a scooter.Northern introduced a ban on e-scooters, hoverboards and e-skateboards on all its stations and trains from December 1, because of a fire risk. Electric wheelchairs and bikes are exempt. — 2022 verb1 •To travel by hoverboard. formshoverboarded · hoverboarding · hoverboards