Towboat
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈtoʊˌboʊt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Towboat is a noun meaning (nautical) A tugboat.
Meaning
(nautical) A tugboat.
More Meanings
- (nautical) A squat powerful boat designed to push barges.
- A vessel constructed for being towed, such as a canal boat.
- A steamer used for towing other vessels; a tug.
Word Forms
- towboats
Synonyms for towboat
Depending on context, synonyms include tug, tugboat.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include tugboat, tug, tug boat, towfish, track-boat, trow.
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