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board
When referring to a group of people managing a company, "board" is used as a collective noun. In American English, it is usually treated as singular (the board is), while in British English, it can be plural (the board are). The phrase "room and board" is a set expression where "board" specifically means the meals provided, not a physical piece of wood. As a verb, "board" is most commonly used today for transportation. When used to mean providing food and lodging, it is less common in modern conversation and often sounds more formal or traditional.
💬Casual Conversation
Hey champ, just checking if you've boarded the bus for practice yet.
bruh stop. i'm literally lagging and you're blowing up my phone.
Meanings
A long, thin, flat piece of hard material, usually wood.
"He nailed the wooden board across the open window."
A group of people who manage the business of an organization.
"The board of directors will meet tomorrow to discuss the merger."
Meals provided in return for payment, typically including lodging.
"The cost of room and board is included in the tuition fee."
To get on or enter a ship, aircraft, or other vehicle.
"Passengers are requested to board the plane now."
To provide someone with food and lodging in return for payment.
"The landlady boards several university students."
To get on a vehicle.
"We will board at gate twelve."