Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ferry-boat
Noun
/ˈfɛriˌboʊt/

Definition
A ferry-boat is a type of boat or vessel that is used to transport people, vehicles, or goods across a body of water.

Examples
- The ferry-boat carries passengers from the mainland to the island.
- During summer, the ferry-boat service is very busy with tourists.
- We took a ferry-boat across the bay to see the beautiful views.

Meaning
Typically, a ferry-boat operates on a regular schedule and connects two points across a river, lake, or other waterway.

Synonyms
- ferry
- boat
- water taxi