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wherry

Syllabification: (wher·ry)
Pronunciation: /ˈ(h)werē/

Definition of wherry

noun (plural wherries)

  • a light rowboat used chiefly for carrying passengers.
  • British a large light barge.

Derivatives

wherryman

Pronunciation: /ˈ(h)werēmən/

noun (plural wherrymen)

Origin:

late Middle English: of unknown origin

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