Associations to the word «Tugboat»

Wiktionary

TUGBOAT, noun. A small, powerful boat (a "tugship" in other languages) used to push or pull barges or to help maneuver larger vessels.

Dictionary definition

TUGBOAT, noun. A powerful small boat designed to pull or push larger ships.

Wise words

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