idiom
Above board
ah-BUV BORD
/əˈbʌv bɔːrd/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
aboveboard
Dictionary meaning
Legitimate, honest, and carried out openly according to the rules, with nothing hidden or deceptive.
Examples
- The procurement process was completely above board and properly documented.
- She assured the press that all donations to the campaign were above board.
Synonyms: transparent, legitimate, open
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