Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bail water

verb
/beɪl ˈwɔːtər/
Definition
To remove water from a boat or other vessel, usually to prevent it from sinking.
Examples
  • After the storm hit, we had to bail water from the boat to keep it afloat.
  • The captain instructed the crew to bail water as fast as they could.
  • During the trip, we took turns bailing water whenever it started to fill up.
Meaning
Bailing water is a necessary task in boating to ensure the safety and buoyancy of the vessel.
Synonyms
  • empty
  • remove
  • drain
  • clear out