English Idioms
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On board
Meaning
The idiom "on board" means to be a part of something, usually a group or project, and to support it wholeheartedly. It can also refer to being physically present in a particular location or situation.
Usage
- I'm on board with the new proposal. Let's move forward!
- He was on board for the trip, but he got seasick and had to disembark.
- We're excited to have her on board as our new team member. She has a lot of experience.
- I'm always on board to help out at school events. It's important to give back to the community.
- He was on board for the adventure, but he got lost and had to ask for directions.
Roots and History
The idiom "on board" dates back to the 16th century. It originally referred to being physically present in a ship or boat, either as a passenger or crew member. Over time, it evolved to refer more broadly to being involved or committed to something, whether that be a project or cause. There are no significant regional variations of this idiom.
Synonyms in English
- On board with
- Part of
- Involved in
- Supportive of
- Aboard for
Synonyms in other languages
- Spanish: En bordo
- French: À bord
- German: An Bord
- Italian: A bordo
- Russian: На борту