longboat

/ˈlɔːŋboʊt/
noun
  1. A large boat carried on a ship, used for tasks like moving supplies or people to and from shore.
    • The captain ordered the longboat to take the passengers ashore.
    • During the storm, the longboat was hoisted back onto the deck for safety.
    • The sailors lowered the longboat to row supplies to the island.
  2. A long, narrow rowboat used for racing or recreation.
    • Every summer, the club holds a race for longboats on the lake.
    • They spent the afternoon practicing in their longboat for the regatta.
    • The longboat glided smoothly across the water as the team rowed in unison.
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