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Aboard Meaning in English

word

/əˈbɔɹd/
uh-BORD
/ɐbˈɔːd/
uh-BAWD

Definition

On or into a ship, plane, train, bus, or other vehicle. It is also used to talk about joining a group, project, or activity.

Usage & Nuances

Most common in travel contexts: 'go aboard', 'climb aboard', 'welcome aboard'. More formal or fixed-expression style than 'on' or 'in' in many cases. 'Bring someone aboard' often means include them in a team, not literally on a vehicle.

Example Sentences

We went aboard the ship at noon.

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Only passengers are allowed aboard.

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Come aboard and find a seat.

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The captain welcomed everyone aboard before we took off.

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We're excited to have you aboard for this project.

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It took a while to get the whole team aboard with the new plan.

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