inboard Meaning & Definition
What Does Inboard Mean?
As an adjective, inboard means Situated within the hull of a vessel. It is also used to mean Positioned nearer to the centre line of a vessel. As a noun, it means An engine located within the hull of a ship. As a verb, it means To discount a product in order to increase sales.
Inboard in Brief
| Part of speech | adjective, noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ɪnˈbɔːɹd/ |
| Antonyms | outboard |
| Plural | inboards |
| Verb forms | inboards, inboarding, inboarded |
Inboard Definition (Adjective)
- Situated within the hull of a vessel.
- Positioned nearer to the centre line of a vessel.
The Airbus A380 only has thrust reversers on its inboard engines.
Inboard as a Noun
- An engine located within the hull of a ship.
- A boat with such an engine.
Inboard as a Verb
- To discount a product in order to increase sales.
Adjective
- Within a ship
- Nearer the hull (as opposed to outboard)
Synonyms of Inboard
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Inboard synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Inboard
Inboard in a Sentence
The Airbus A380 only has thrust reversers on its inboard engines.
Word Forms & Grammar
inboard (not comparable)
inboard (plural inboards)
inboard (third-person singular simple present inboards, present participle inboarding, simple past and past participle inboarded)
Words That Rhyme With Inboard
Frequently Asked Questions About Inboard
Is inboard an adjective or a noun?
Inboard is mainly used as an adjective, but it can also be used as a noun and a verb.
What is the opposite of inboard?
The opposite of inboard is outboard.
What is the plural of inboard?
The plural of inboard is inboards.
What is the past tense of inboard?
The past tense of inboard is inboarded. The present participle is inboarding.