On board

preposition

In or into a group, team, or organization as a new member or participant.

I am thrilled to be on board as the new team leader.
Visual representation of "on board" - In or into a group, team, or organization as a new member or participant.

Often appears as...

  • come on board
  • get on board
preposition

In or into a ship, plane, bus, or train.

Passengers must be on board at least fifteen minutes before departure.
Visual representation of "on board" - In or into a ship, plane, bus, or train.

Often appears as...

  • on board a ship
  • on board a plane
adjective

Supportive of or prepared to support an idea or plan.

We have the entire team on board for this new project.
Visual representation of "on board" - Supportive of or prepared to support an idea or plan.

Often appears as...

  • is on board
  • get on board
preposition

In or into a group, team, or organization as a new member or participant.

I am thrilled to be on board as the new team leader.
Visual representation of "on board" - In or into a group, team, or organization as a new member or participant.

Often appears as...

  • come on board
  • get on board
preposition

In or into a ship, plane, bus, or train.

Passengers must be on board at least fifteen minutes before departure.
Visual representation of "on board" - In or into a ship, plane, bus, or train.

Often appears as...

  • on board a ship
  • on board a plane
adjective

Supportive of or prepared to support an idea or plan.

We have the entire team on board for this new project.
Visual representation of "on board" - Supportive of or prepared to support an idea or plan.

Often appears as...

  • is on board
  • get on board
Definition 1 of 3
Visual representation of "on board"
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New Membership

Used when someone joins a group and contributes to its goals.

Illustration for New Membership
Our club is growing, and we're excited to have new members on board.
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Start Participating

Implies an active role after joining, not just attendance.

Illustration for Start Participating
Once you're on board, we expect you to lead some of our projects.
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Collocation Nuance

Collocations with 'on board' can hint at the process or status of joining.

Illustration for Collocation Nuance
She's coming on board next month as our new designer.
LampPro Tip 1/3

New Membership

Used when someone joins a group and contributes to its goals.

Illustration for New Membership
Our club is growing, and we're excited to have new members on board.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Start Participating

Implies an active role after joining, not just attendance.

Illustration for Start Participating
Once you're on board, we expect you to lead some of our projects.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Collocation Nuance

Collocations with 'on board' can hint at the process or status of joining.

Illustration for Collocation Nuance
She's coming on board next month as our new designer.
LampPro Tip 1/3

New Membership

Used when someone joins a group and contributes to its goals.

Illustration for New Membership
Our club is growing, and we're excited to have new members on board.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Start Participating

Implies an active role after joining, not just attendance.

Illustration for Start Participating
Once you're on board, we expect you to lead some of our projects.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Collocation Nuance

Collocations with 'on board' can hint at the process or status of joining.

Illustration for Collocation Nuance
She's coming on board next month as our new designer.
Visual representation of the word "On board"

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