Definition

In or on a vehicle, such as a ship or airplane, or part of a group or organization.

Example

The passengers are already aboard the ship, ready to set sail.

Conversation

Are you excited to be aboard the new team?

Definitely! It feels great to be part of something fresh.

I can't wait to see how we all work together aboard this project.

Me too! I think we'll make a strong impact.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

In or on a vehicle, such as a ship or airplane.

Example

We boarded the ship and set sail for our adventure.

Conversation

Are you going to be aboard the ship for the whole trip?

Yeah, I can't wait to explore all the ports we’ll visit.

I hope you take lots of pictures while you're aboard.

Definition

In or on a vehicle, ship, or aircraft.

Example

The passengers are now aboard the ship.

Conversation

Are you excited to get aboard the cruise ship this weekend?

Definitely! I've always wanted to go on a cruise.

It's going to be so much fun once we're aboard and sailing away.

Root Explanation

Aboard → The word 'aboard' originates from the combination of 'a-' (meaning on or in) and 'board' (from Old English 'bord', meaning side of a ship or plank). The term 'aboard' means to be on or in a ship or vehicle.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'on' ('a-') a 'plank' or 'side' ('bord') of a ship — that's how you remember that 'aboard' means to be on a ship or vehicle.

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