onboarding

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. (business) The process of bringing a new employee on board, incorporating training and orientation.
verb
  1. present participle and gerund of onboard

Word forms

onboarding onboardings

Etymology

From on board + -ing, 1970s American management jargon.

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