Definition

To board a ship, aircraft, or other vehicle for a journey.

Example

We will imbark on our cruise tomorrow morning.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Are you ready to embark on our road trip tomorrow?

Absolutely! I can't wait to hit the road.

Me too! It feels like we've been planning this forever.

I know, right? It's going to be an amazing adventure!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Imbark is derived from the Old French word 'embarquer', which means to put on board a ship. The prefix 'em-' (meaning to cause to) and 'barque' (meaning a small boat or ship) combine to convey the action of putting something onto a boat. Thus, 'imbark' means to put on board a vessel.

Memory Tip

Think of 'putting on board a ship' — 'em-' means to cause to, and 'barque' refers to a boat. This helps you remember that 'imbark' means to board a vessel.

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