Question

choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the phrase 'Above board

Answer 1

The meaning of ‘above board’ is legal and honest. It can be used in sentences as shown below:

Don’t worry; the contract was completely above board. No one can challenge you about its authenticity.

If you do all the transactions above board, you will have to pay taxes to the Government.

Answer 2

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ABOVE BOARD means legitimate, honest, unequivocal and trustworthy.

In layman terms, it stands for any sort of arrangement or deal which is legal and is being carried out honestly and under the sun.

eg. Parents always teach their children to follow the ethics and be above board in every task they do.

eg. commitments should always be fulfilled above board in order to maintain transparency.


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