English Word · Advanced
longboat
The largest boat carried by a sailing ship
Pronunciation: /ˈlɒŋˌbəʊt/
Meaning
The largest of the boats carried aboard a sailing ship.
Example
The crew lowered the longboat to carry supplies ashore.
The crew lowered the longboat to carry supplies ashore.
Practice tips
- Practice longboat out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for advanced-level learners.