towboat

noun — 4 senses

towboat

noun

US /ˈtoʊˌboʊt/

Etymology From tow + boat.

1

Nautical, Transport A tugboat.

2

Nautical, Transport A squat powerful boat designed to push barges.

3

A vessel constructed for being towed, such as a canal boat.

4

A steamer used for towing other vessels; a tug.

Derived terms
towboater
Related terms
tugboat

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