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board

verb B1 Neutral

Meaning

To board means to get on or into a vehicle, such as a train, plane, or ship.
💡 Don't confuse "board" with "bored," which means feeling uninterested.

Example Sentences

I did not board the bus because it was too crowded .
We will board the bus at 3 o ’ clock today .
When do we board the train to the city ?

Word in Context

Ana boarded the bus at seven because she did not want to be late for work . She found a seat near the window and checked her phone for messages . The road was quiet and she enjoyed the morning light while the bus moved through the city . When it reached her stop , she stood up and put on her coat before she left .

Common Phrases

board a plane board a bus board a ship

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