on board
adverb
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adj
Etymology: Originally a literal reference to the wooden boards of the deck of a boat or ship.
- Joining in or participating.
“Is that new teammate properly on board yet?”
- Agreeing or supporting.
“It's a good idea, but let's see if we can get a few more of the management team on board.”
“Without management on board, the project has little chance of success.”
- Into itself or oneself.
“Soccer players certainly tend not to take fluids on board.”
intj
Etymology: Originally a literal reference to the wooden boards of the deck of a boat or ship.
- The stereotypical cry of pirates when boarding a ship for close quarters combat.
prep
Etymology: Originally a literal reference to the wooden boards of the deck of a boat or ship.
- On or in (a means of transportation).
“On board his boat were various firearms but not much food.”
“Even when I am on board the plane, I can never feel secure that my luggage is, too.”