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tug boat Definition and Meaning in English (tug boat definition)

noun
Synonyms:towboattug
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Tug boat definition: A powerful small boat used for towing or pushing larger vessels.

Definitions of Tug boat

  1. 1noun

    A powerful small boat used for towing or pushing larger vessels.

Example Sentences

formal

“The tug boat assisted the large tanker.”

casual

“A small tug boat moved the ship.”

Synonyms

towboattug

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Tug boat definition: A powerful small boat used for towing or pushing larger vessels.
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