onboard
or on-board
[ on-bawrd, -bohrd, awn- ]
/ ˈɒnˈbɔrd, -ˈboʊrd, ˈɔn- /
adjective
provided, occurring, etc., on a vehicle: among the ship's many onboard services.
installed and functional within a vehicle or electronic device: onboard computers for aircraft.
verb (used with object) Business.
to assist and support (a new employee) in developing the skills, knowledge, attitudes, etc., needed to be successful in the job.
to interact and exchange information with (a new customer) so as to ensure customer satisfaction, maximize company revenue, etc.: Part of onboarding new clients involves setting expectations and timelines.
Words nearby onboard
Origin of onboard
First recorded in 1965–70; adj. use of adv. phrase on board
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