B1nountraveltransport
US/ˈbɔːr.dɪŋ/
UK/ˈbɔː.dɪŋ/
the process of getting on a plane, ship or train
In context
Boarding begins at gate 12 in thirty minutes.
Please show your boarding pass and passport before boarding.
Priority boarding is available for families with small children.
Words that go with boarding
noun + noun
- boarding passKeep your boarding pass until you leave the airport.
- boarding gateThe boarding gate has changed to B7.
- boarding timeBoarding time is 9:15, so please be at the gate early.
- boarding announcementWe heard the final boarding announcement and ran to the gate.
adjective + noun
- priority boardingPriority boarding costs an extra fifteen dollars.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
boarding card of the planeCorrect: boarding pass