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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Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 1 Feb. 2026
New onboard tech means the yacht uses 30 percent less energy than other vessels of the same size, too.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 30 Jan. 2026
By dividing tactical decisions between an onboard AI and a human supervisor, SwarmMaster aims to prevent operator overload, which can limit the effectiveness of traditional multi-drone missions.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 28 Jan. 2026
As the cruise line prepares to introduce the massive MSC World Atlantic to Port Canaveral next year, the company will have to continue enhancing the onboard experience to entice new passengers and retain others.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Jan. 2026
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Adjective
Here’s everything to know about riding Amtrak’s Pennsylvanian train, from route highlights and onboard amenities to the best seats for soaking in the ever-changing landscape.
—Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 1 Feb. 2026
New onboard tech means the yacht uses 30 percent less energy than other vessels of the same size, too.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 30 Jan. 2026
By dividing tactical decisions between an onboard AI and a human supervisor, SwarmMaster aims to prevent operator overload, which can limit the effectiveness of traditional multi-drone missions.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 28 Jan. 2026
As the cruise line prepares to introduce the massive MSC World Atlantic to Port Canaveral next year, the company will have to continue enhancing the onboard experience to entice new passengers and retain others.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Jan. 2026
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“On board.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/on%20board. Accessed 5 Feb. 2026.
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