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Boarder (Noun)

Someone who forces their way aboard ship; "stand by to repel boarders".

Nouns denoting people.

The pirate ship was notorious for its ruthless boarders who would storm vessels without warning.
The crew was ordered to stand by to repel boarders as the enemy ship drew alongside.
During the battle, several boarders managed to breach the ship's defenses and engage the crew in hand-to-hand combat.
The captain warned his crew to be on the lookout for hostile boarders attempting to sneak onboard under the cover of darkness.
As the two ships clashed, the sound of swords and pistols filled the air as the boarders struggled to gain control of the deck.

A pupil who lives at school during term time.

Nouns denoting people.

A tenant in someone's house.

Nouns denoting people.

She had been renting out the spare room to a young boarder for several months before they started showing signs of being irresponsible.
The boarder was usually quiet and respectful, but on Fridays he would invite a loud group of friends over and disturb the household.
As a young student, she was grateful to have found a affordable room with a kind family who took her in as a boarder.
The owners of the house had to reevaluate their decision to take in a boarder after he failed to pay rent on time twice in a row.
Her parents were hesitant about letting her take in a boarder while she was studying abroad, but she assured them it would be fine.