aboard

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

Come aboard and find a seat.

basic

We went aboard the ship at noon.

basic

Only passengers are allowed aboard.

basic

The captain welcomed everyone aboard before we took off.

natural

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

natural

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

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