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- US Pronunciation
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- [hweyl-boht, weyl-]
- /ˈʰweɪlˌboʊt, ˈweɪl-/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [hweyl-boht, weyl-]
- /ˈʰweɪlˌboʊt, ˈweɪl-/
Definitions of whaleboat word
- noun whaleboat a long, narrow boat designed for quick turning and use in rough seas: formerly used in whaling, now mainly for sea rescue. 1
- noun whaleboat A long rowboat with a bow at either end for easy maneuverability, formerly used in whaling. 1
- noun whaleboat a narrow boat from 20 to 30 feet long having a sharp prow and stern, formerly used in whaling 0
- noun whaleboat a large, long rowboat, pointed at both ends to increase maneuverability: used formerly by whalers 0
- noun whaleboat a similar boat, now often one with a motor (motor whaleboat), used as a ship's lifeboat and utility boat 0
- noun whaleboat A long narrow rowing boat, formerly used in whaling, which is pointed at both ends so that it can move either forwards or backwards equally well. 0
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Origin of whaleboat
First appearance:
before 1665 One of the 47% oldest English words
First recorded in 1665-75; whale1 + boat
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Parts of speech for Whaleboat
noun
adjective
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preposition
conjunction
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whaleboat popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 65% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.
whaleboat usage trend in Literature
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