Board

/bɔːrd/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A group of individuals vested with oversight or governance authority over an organization.
    The board approved the company's annual budget.
  2. (n.) A flat, thin, rectangular piece of material, often wood, used in construction or as a surface.
    He nailed the board to the wall.
  3. (v.) To get on or into a ship, aircraft, or other vehicle.
    Passengers boarded the plane on time.

Forms

  • boards
  • boarding
  • boarded

Commentary

In legal contexts, "board" typically refers to a governing body; clarity is essential when the term may ambiguously reference a physical object or action.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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