outboard
/ˈaʊtˌbɔrd/
adjective
- Located on or attached to the outside of a boat or aircraft.
- They installed an outboard motor to make the canoe faster.
- The outboard engine is mounted on the back of the small fishing boat.
- The outboard storage compartment holds extra life jackets.
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adverb
- Toward or on the outside of a boat or aircraft.
- The sailor moved outboard to check the railing.
- Please store the gear outboard to keep the deck clear.
- The passengers sat outboard to enjoy the view of the ocean.
noun
- A motor attached to the outside of a boat, especially at the stern.
- We need to take the outboard in for repairs.
- The outboard started with a loud roar.
- He bought a new outboard for his fishing boat.