aboardage
|a-board-age|
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/əˈbɔrdɪdʒ/
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/əˈbɔːdɪdʒ/
boarding a ship
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aboardage' originates from French, specifically the word 'abordage,' where 'aborder' meant 'to board or approach.'
Historical Evolution
'abordage' transformed into the English word 'aboardage' and retained its meaning related to boarding ships.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to board a ship,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of boarding a ship, especially during a naval battle.
The pirates executed a swift aboardage, taking control of the vessel.
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Last updated: 2025/04/04 01:21