Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bateaux
Noun
/bæˈtoʊ/
Definition
Bateaux is a French word meaning “boats”. It is commonly used to refer to small-sized watercraft that are often rowed or powered by a motor.
Examples
- The fisherman used his bateaux to navigate the river.
- Several bateaux were docked at the marina, ready for the day’s fishing trips.
- During the festival, colorful bateaux filled with tourists floated down the canal.
Meaning
In English, bateaux typically refers to various types of boats, especially those used for transporting goods or people across water.
Synonyms
- boats
- watercraft
- vessels
- craft
