boarding

(noun) the act of passengers and crew getting aboard a ship or aircraft. Synonyms: embarkation, embarkment.

(noun) a structure of boards.

(verb) get on board of (trains, buses, ships, aircraft, etc.). Synonyms: board, get on.

(verb) live and take one's meals at or in. Synonyms: board, room. Example: "She rooms in an old boarding house."

(verb) lodge and take meals (at). Synonyms: board.

(verb) provide food and lodging (for). Synonyms: board. Example: "The old lady is boarding three men."