Associations to the word «Whaleboat»

Wiktionary

WHALEBOAT, noun. 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.
WHALEBOAT, noun. A boat resembling this and carried on a warship or other ship.

Dictionary definition

WHALEBOAT, noun. A long narrow boat designed for quick turning and use in rough seas.

Wise words

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John Locke