on board
The phrase "on board" can refer to physical presence on a vehicle, agreement with an idea, or integration into a group or system.
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Definition
A2Transportation
(common)Being physically present on a vehicle like a ship, plane, or train.
Example
- All passengers must be on board the plane 30 minutes before departure.
- There were several movie stars on board traveling incognito.
B1General
(idiomatic)Agreeing with or supporting a plan or idea.
Example
- We need everyone on board to make this project a success.
- Is everyone on board with the new policy changes?
B2Business
(common)Being integrated into a team or organization.
Example
- The new employees are on board and ready to start their training.
- We are excited to have you on board as part of our team.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "on board":
off boardon the decktable boardon trackdestination boardon deckend boardrunning boarden routebe onon the railsget on