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bumboat

Pronunciation: /ˈbʌmbəʊt/

Definition of bumboat

noun

  • a small vessel carrying provisions for sale to moored or anchored ships.

Origin:

late 17th century: from bum2 + boat. The term originally denoted a scavenger's boat removing ships' refuse, often also bringing produce for sale

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