1. the upright board or panel at the head of a bed

Examples

• She leaned against the wooden headboard while reading.
• The hotel room featured a bed with an ornate metal headboard.
• He hung a reading light on the headboard.
• The headboard was upholstered in soft gray fabric.
• They chose a simple headboard to match their minimalist decor.
• The antique headboard had intricate carved details.