on board
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: aboard
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: in support of a particular objective
needed to get more senators on board for the bill to pass
: 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
For autonomous vehicles, this means the onboard radar frequently receives incomplete information.
—Etiido Uko
march 14, New Atlas, 14 Mar. 2026
From luxury and adults-only escapes to ships packed with onboard adventures and kids’ clubs, there’s truly a cruise—and a cruise line—for everyone.
—Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2026
There’s also an onboard café where all travelers can pick up snacks, coffee, and drinks.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 12 Mar. 2026
The yacht can also sleep 11 crew, ensuring all onboard are looked after.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 12 Mar. 2026
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“On board.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/on%20board. Accessed 18 Mar. 2026.
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