sweepboat

English

noun
Definitions
  • A scow that is propelled only by water currents and by sweeps (two massive steering oars in front and back).

Etymology

Compound from English sweep (rowing style in which each rower has only one oar and rows on one side) + English boat.

Origin

English

boat

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