Howker
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Howker is a noun meaning (nautical) A type of two-masted Dutch sailing vessel, weighing between 60 and 200 tons burthen.
Meaning
(nautical) A type of two-masted Dutch sailing vessel, weighing between 60 and 200 tons burthen.
More Meanings
- (nautical, slang) Obsolete form of hooker (“any antiquated craft”).
Word Forms
- howkers
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include hawser, hucker, hoogaars, halser, hoveler, havener.
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