on board

1 of 2

phrase

1
: aboard
2
: in support of a particular objective
needed to get more senators on board for the bill to pass

onboard

2 of 2

adjective

on·​board ˈȯn-ˈbȯrd How to pronounce onboard (audio)
ˈän-
: carried within or occurring aboard a vehicle (such as a satellite or an automobile)
an onboard computer
onboard recorders

Examples of on board in a Sentence

Adjective The car comes with an onboard computer.
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Adjective
They are hardened against the effects of a nuclear blast and include a range of security features, such as anti-missile countermeasures and an onboard operating room. Jonathan J. Cooper, Fortune, 2 May 2026 Additionally, the cabin features an onboard lounge for passengers to enjoy with its own dedicated bartender serving up a selection of premium beverages and canapes. Michael Capetta, Travel + Leisure, 30 Apr. 2026 Not everyone on the right is onboard with the Kimmel castigation. Dade Hayes, Deadline, 29 Apr. 2026 Its onboard systems enable real-time data collection, and situational awareness in complex underwater environments. Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 27 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for on board

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1958, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of on board was in 1958

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“On board.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/on%20board. Accessed 5 May. 2026.

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