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British pronunciation
/ɐbˈɔːd/

Definition & Meaning of "aboard"

aboard
01

on or into a vehicle such as a bus, train, plane, etc.

aboard definition and meaning
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The passengers were already aboard when the train left the station.
Everyone was aboard before the plane began taxiing down the runway.
1.1

used to refer to riding on or mounting a horse

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The jockey was aboard as the horse trotted onto the track.
He leapt aboard and spurred his stallion into motion.
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used to show having reached base safely as a runner in baseball

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Their leadoff hitter got aboard with a single to left field.
Two runners were aboard when the cleanup batter stepped up.
03

in or of a team, company, or organization

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She came aboard last year and quickly earned a promotion.
We 're excited to have a new designer aboard.
04

close beside a ship, especially for passing, docking, or transferring

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The tug came aboard to assist with docking.
A supply boat drew aboard and transferred fuel.
05

made bold or courageous

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on or inside a vehicle, ship, or aircraft

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She boarded the train and settled aboard the sleeper car.
He was the first to climb aboard the helicopter.
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used to indicate being on or mounting a horse

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The rider gracefully mounted aboard the horse for the race.
She climbed aboard the pony and prepared to start the lesson.
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